Satan Going Forth from the Presence of the Lord

William Blake

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing featuring mystical and possibly religious imagery. The upper section depicts a central figure seated on a platform surrounded by ethereal figures on either side, enveloped in swirling clouds. Below this, a figure appears to be moving through cloud-like formations. The lower section shows figures gathered around a table, with architectural and natural elements in the background, including a structure resembling a temple and distant mountains. The imagery uses flowing lines and juxtaposes grounded and celestial elements, suggesting themes of divinity or a transcendental journey.