A Figure Ascending in a Glory of Clouds (?)
William Blake, probably c. 1805
- Artist
- William Blake
- Date
- probably c. 1805
- Type
- Drawing
- Medium
- graphite
- Dimensions
- 22.9 × 18.8 cm
- Collection
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Licence
- Public domain, CC0
Image description
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.