Saint Augustine Converting King Ethelbert of Kent

probably c. 1793

William Blake

Associated Names
William Blake

Artist, British, 1757 - 1827

The image shows a sketch of several figures engaged in a seated discussion. Most figures are visible from their heads to either their waists or feet, with a focus on central figures. The central figure on the left has a long beard and appears seated, gesturing with one hand. Another figure in front of him, bald with pronounced facial features, leans forward. Surrounding figures are sketched lightly, with some only showing their heads and upper bodies. Their facial features vary from outlined to detailed expressions. All figures wear long robes. The background lacks detail, focusing on the figures themselves.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28 x 40.5 cm (11 x 15 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.9005

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Butlin 1981, no. 58


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

LJR (Lugt Supp.1760b)

Associated Names

Bibliography

1975

  • Fine 1975, IV.A.19.

1981

  • Butlin, Martin. The Paintings and Drawings of William Blake. New Haven: Yale University Press, 1981.

Watermarks

J WHATMAN(Shorter 197-203?)

Wikidata ID

Q64636406

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