The Daughter of Men Becomes a Siren

William Blake

National Gallery of Art

The image is a pencil sketch featuring multiple human figures. The sketch shows full-length body depictions of two standing figures and one figure lying down. The standing figures are drawn with arms raised, one on the left and one centrally placed. The left figure appears as if floating or in motion, with markings on the body, potentially scales or texture, and has a curly hairstyle. The central standing figure has a slight tilt suggesting movement or dance. The facial features are not detailed but imply an upward gaze. Both figures appear unclothed, their forms suggested with light lines. The lying figure is depicted in a reclined position. The background is plain and unmarked, emphasizing the sketched figures without distraction. No jewelry or objects are distinguished in the drawing. The artwork has a rough, ethereal quality typical of a preliminary sketch.