Moses Staying the Plague (?)
William Blake, c. 1780/1785
- Artist
- William Blake
- Date
- c. 1780/1785
- Type
- Drawing
- Medium
- pen and ink with wash on two joined sheets
- Dimensions
- 34.3 × 42.8 cm
- Collection
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Licence
- Public domain, CC0
Image description
This is a drawing of several figures around a central, robed figure with arms raised. The central figure stands with a flowing robe and commanding posture. Surrounding figures look upwards, with arms extended. The figures are muscular and idealized with a minimalistic background. Light and shadow add depth to the scene, creating a dreamy atmosphere. The drawing captures a moment of significance, suggesting themes of leadership, divinity, or collective aspiration.