The Descent of the Angels to One of the Daughters of Men

William Blake, c. 1824/1827

This is a drawing of three human-like figures. The central figure is nude with flowing hair and is posed with one arm reaching upwards. On either side of the central figure are two other humanoid forms depicted in a semi-transparent manner. Radiating lines extend from the side figures. The composition features soft, curving lines and blends gently into the background.
Listamaður
William Blake
Tímasetning
c. 1824/1827
Tegund
Drawing
Tækni
graphite on laid paper
Mál
52.6 × 37 cm
Safnkostur
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Leyfi
Almenningseign, CC0

Myndlýsing

This is a drawing of three human-like figures. The central figure is nude with flowing hair and is posed with one arm reaching upwards. On either side of the central figure are two other humanoid forms depicted in a semi-transparent manner. Radiating lines extend from the side figures. The composition features soft, curving lines and blends gently into the background.

William Blake