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The Lord Answering Job out of the Whirlwind

William Blake

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing depicting a swirling winds and a central figure. The image shows an interaction, inspired by biblical or mythical themes, with a powerful central figure surrounded by dynamic, swirling lines suggesting movement and energy. The scene includes textual elements framing the imagery with words that evoke a profound narrative moment. The style is reminiscent of William Blake, with intricately detailed composition using contrasting lines and shading to create a vivid sense of depth and drama. The accompanying text enhances the sense of narrative and thematic depth, suggesting a divine or cosmic conversation.

Artwork Details

Date
1825
Medium
engraving on thick paper
Dimensions
6492 × 8797 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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