Behemoth and Leviathan

1825

William Blake

Associated Names
William Blake

Artist, British, 1757 - 1827

This is a painting of fantastical creatures and celestial figures with scriptural text. The composition features a scene where mythical beings, including a majestic behemoth and a coiled serpent, are surrounded by angelic and human figures. The central image appears to be an illustration of biblical creatures with intricate detailing. Two ethereal angelic figures hover above, partially embracing or communicating with seated figures beneath them. The scene is rich in symbolism and detail, with ornamental borders embellished with flowing lines and accompanying scriptural text. This is in the style of William Blake, known for his illustrative style combining poetry, religious mythology, and fantastical elements.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving on India paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of W.G. Russell Allen

  • Accession Number

    1941.1.240

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Bindman 1978, no. 640

  • Series Title

    Book of Job: plate 15


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1978

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

Wikidata ID

Q64962563

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