The Circle of the Corrupt Officials; the Devils Mauling Each Other

1827, printed 1968

William Blake (artist); Harry Hoehn (printer)

Associated Names
William Blake

Artist, British, 1757 - 1827

Harry Hoehn

Printer, American, 1918 - 1974

This is a drawing of two winged figures flying over swirling waters. The image portrays two muscular, winged figures in a dynamic pose as they soar above stylized, swirling water. The figures appear to be in motion with expressive gestures. In the background, there is a mountainous landscape depicted in a sketchy, minimalistic style with faint lines and shading. Behind the main figures, there are also several sketch-like outlines of figures standing on the rocky terrain.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving [restrike]

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1980.45.175

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Bindman 1978, no. 649, State (restrike)

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1978

  • Bindman, David. The Complete Graphic Works of William Blake. London: Thames and Hudson, 1978.

Wikidata ID

Q65578943

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