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The Messengers Tell Job of His Misfortunes

William Blake

National Gallery of Art

The illustration features multiple figures. Two seated women are depicted facing forward, with one resting her head in her hand and the other having her arms raised. Both women are wearing draped clothing. A third figure is approaching from the left, shown mid-stride and partially clothed, with billowing fabric suggesting motion. The setting includes a covered structure with tree branches overhead, under a detailed cloudy sky. The illustration is presented on a page with ample blank space.

Artwork Details

Date
1825
Medium
engraving on thin paper
Dimensions
6096 × 8788 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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