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Job's Sons and Daughters Overwhelmed by Satan

William Blake

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of mythological figures in dynamic poses surrounded by swirling, fiery textures. Central to the image is a figure with robust musculature while others are shown in varying poses. Above, a figure with wings floats amidst illuminating rays. The composition features intricate line work and exaggerated anatomy.

Artwork Details

Date
1825
Medium
engraving on thick paper
Dimensions
6465 × 8859 px
Public Domain
Yes
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