The Circle of the Corrupt Officials; the Devils Mauling Each Other

William Blake

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of two winged figures flying over swirling waters. The composition features two prominent figures in the foreground, each with elongated wings and muscular forms, depicted in mid-flight poses. Beneath them, the water is depicted with swirling patterns. In the background, on a slightly elevated plain, more figures can be seen along with a pair of figures. Part of the scene is a mountainous landscape with a few clouds in the sky. The line work is detailed, with cross-hatching used for shading and texture.