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

1827

William Blake

Associated Names
William Blake

Artist, British, 1757 - 1827

This is a drawing of two winged figures flying over swirling waters. The composition features two prominent figures in the foreground, each with elongated wings and muscular forms, depicted in mid-flight poses. Beneath them, the water is depicted with swirling patterns. In the background, on a slightly elevated plain, more figures can be seen along with a pair of figures. Part of the scene is a mountainous landscape with a few clouds in the sky. The line work is detailed, with cross-hatching used for shading and texture.

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Artwork overview


Artwork history & notes

Exhibition History

1965

  • Dante in Art, University of Oregon Museum of Art, Eugene, OR, 1965, no cat.

Bibliography

1978

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

Wikidata ID

Q64962526

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