The Vision of the Lord of Spirits

William Blake, c. 1824/1827

The sketch depicts several figures in various poses. The central figure is standing upright, flanked by other figures. The central figure's facial features are softly outlined with a focus on the eyes, and there are wavy indications of hair. The clothing is not explicitly detailed, giving the impression of a nude form with sketchy lines suggesting motion or drapery. There are no visible jewelry or objects. Surrounding the central figure are other human forms in different poses. The background has light pencil markings, and handwritten notes are present at the top and bottom of the sketch.
Artista
William Blake
Data
c. 1824/1827
Tipus
Drawing
Tècnica
graphite on laid paper
Mides
52.6 × 37 cm
Col·lecció
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Llicència
Domini públic, CC0

Descripció de la imatge

The sketch depicts several figures in various poses. The central figure is standing upright, flanked by other figures. The central figure's facial features are softly outlined with a focus on the eyes, and there are wavy indications of hair. The clothing is not explicitly detailed, giving the impression of a nude form with sketchy lines suggesting motion or drapery. There are no visible jewelry or objects. Surrounding the central figure are other human forms in different poses. The background has light pencil markings, and handwritten notes are present at the top and bottom of the sketch.

William Blake