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The Day of Judgement, pl. 9, from The Grave, A Poem by William Blake (1757-1827)
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The Day of Judgement, pl. 9, from The Grave, A Poem by William Blake (1757-1827)
XYC290779 The Day of Judgement, pl.9, from The Grave, A Poem by William Blake (1757-1827), engraved by Luigi Schiavonetti (1765-1810), 1808 (etching) by Blake, William (1757-1827) (after); 27.3x22.1 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright
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The Day of Judgement - A Poetic Vision Unveiled
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. In this photo print, we are transported into the mystical world of William Blake's imagination. "The Day of Judgement" is a profound illustration from his renowned poem, "The Grave". Engraved by Luigi Schiavonetti in 1808, it showcases the artist's mastery in etching. As our eyes wander across the scene, we witness an awe-inspiring spectacle unfolding before us. Heaven and hell collide as God and Satan face each other with divine authority and wicked defiance. The sound of a resounding trumpet fills the air, signaling the arrival of paradise or damnation for all souls. Angels hover above, their celestial presence radiating light and hope amidst the chaos below. Families long separated find solace in reunion while sinners face their punishment with sorrowful despair. The holy book lies open on a pedestal as scribes record every word spoken. Amidst this cosmic battle between good and evil, symbols abound - halos illuminate heads, swords clash fiercely in armored hands, fire consumes those condemned to eternal torment. Yet even within this tumultuous realm, redemption can be found through prayer and faith. Blake's poetic vision transcends time and space; it delves deep into human consciousness to explore themes of life after death, purgatory, and salvation. This evocative artwork invites contemplation on mortality itself - what awaits us beyond our earthly existence? Displayed at Yale Center for British
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