Moses Staying the Plague (?) [recto]
William Blake, ca. 1780/1785
- Kunstenaar
- William Blake
- Datering
- ca. 1780/1785
- Soort
- Tekening
- Techniek
- pen and ink with wash on two joined sheets
- Afmetingen
- 34,3 × 42,8 cm
- Collectie
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Licentie
- Publiek domein, CC0
Beeldbeschrijving
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.