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A Figure Ascending in a Glory of Clouds (?)

William Blake

National Gallery of Art

The image displays swirling lines and curvilinear shapes overlapping and intertwining. The composition has an abstract quality, with lines resembling loops and spirals. Some loops form circular figures resembling coiled springs or abstract floral motifs.

Artwork Details

Date
probably c. 1805
Medium
graphite
Dimensions
3411 × 4161 px
Public Domain
Yes
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