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Restrike from fragment of cancelled plate for "A Prophecy"

William Blake

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an abstract arrangement of curving lines and shapes in the upper part. These lines frame a piece of text in a stylized script above an abstract human figure lying down. A shape resembling a bird in flight is also present, adding to the dynamic composition.

Artwork Details

Date
1793
Medium
relief etching//effect of inking with an ordinary gelatin roller
Dimensions
2296 × 3144 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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