Moloch is a Biblical deity associated with human sacrifice. Used in art and literature, the name evokes the idea of an almighty power that demands a terrible price. McCance depicts Moloch as a great machine that consumes people, with mask-like faces trapped within the cogs and pistons. His use of flattened forms and white ink on a black background creates a menacing atmosphere. The image suggests the artist’s discomfort at the dominant role of the machine in modern society.