This is a drawing of the frontispiece for "Illustrations of The Book of Job" by William Blake. The drawing features an intricate and decorative text design, primarily in English with Hebrew script at the top. The text in English reads "ILLUSTRATIONS of The BOOK of JOB Invented & Engraved by William Blake 1825." Surrounding the text are angelic figures with long flowing hair and wings, one of which is centrally positioned, reclining amidst the others. The entire piece is enclosed within a double-lined border. The detailed pen work and line intricacy are characteristic of William Blake's style.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1825
- Medium
- engraving on India paper
- Dimensions
- 3382 × 4317 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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