Restrike from fragment of cancelled plate for "A Prophecy"

William Blake

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of text and an abstract form. The image features handwritten text in a script style alongside abstract forms created with scattered ink dots and lines. The text reads, "who rose in silent night, Gates Franklin. & Green;" and "From Albans they Bruce," among other lines that are partially cut off. The abstract forms include clusters of dots resembling clouds and a small stylized tree or plant depicted in the top right corner. Below the text, additional abstract graphics, possibly a reclining figure or shape, contribute to the visual interest. The overall composition suggests attention to both textual and abstract design elements.