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Canto V, Verse 43

William Blake after Mary Ann Flaxman

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a person resting under a looming figure. The scene shows an individual seated and draped in flowing garments, in what appears to be a bed or reclined setting. A large, ghostly figure dominates from the left side, with swirling lines creating a mysterious aura. The spectral figure has an ornate design atop, where the ethereal form meets swirling clouds or fabric. The background is dark, with a thick curtain hanging to the right.

Artwork Details

Date
1803
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
2755 × 4514 px
Public Domain
Yes
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