This woodblock was originally engraved for an illustration to be used in the 'Dalziels' Bible Gallery' (pub. 1881). However, it was not included in the original book. It was ultimately published in 1894 when it appeared in 'Art Pictures from the Old Testament.' This was a new version of the 'Bible Gallery' with an accompanying text and additional illustrations. The design on this woodblock is based on Daniel, chapter 3. In this passage, three Jewish heroes, Shadrach, Meschach and Abednego, have been condemned to be burnt alive for refusing to bow down to the false gold god created by King Nebuchadnezzar. Solomon depicts the moment when an angel appears to shield them from the flames. Nebuchadnezzar is so amazed at the miraculous survival of the three men that he is converted.

In 1863 Solomon executed a watercolour of the same subject (private collection) although there are substantial differences between the two versions. The design for the illustration is much more symetrical and includes only a hint of the burning furnace.