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Canto II, Verse 471

William Blake after Mary Ann Flaxman

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a woman in a kneeling position with her elbows resting on a draped surface. She has dark hair, a headband, and wears a long gown. Next to her is a chair, and a lit lamp or candle stands to her right. The background has heavy curtains and textured walls and floors.

Artwork Details

Date
1803
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
2997 × 4437 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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