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XYC256905 They call d her Pity and fled... plate 19 from The First Book of Urizen, 1794 (colour-printed relief etching with ink and w/c on paper) by Blake, William (1757-1827); 24.8x18.1 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright
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Anguish Crouching Male Figure Romanticist Shame Visionary
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They call d her Pity and fled. . . plate 19 from The First Book of Urizen, 1794
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is a captivating print that encapsulates the profound emotions of anguish, shame, and vulnerability. Created by the renowned artist William Blake, this romanticist masterpiece depicts a powerful scene where a female figure kneels in distress while a male figure crouches nearby. The composition exudes an air of poetic intensity as it combines text and imagery seamlessly. The accompanying lines of poetry add depth to the visual narrative, inviting viewers into a world of raw emotion and introspection. The figures' nakedness symbolizes their exposed souls, stripped bare before us. Blake's visionary approach shines through in this illustration as he delves into the depths of human experience. Through his masterful use of color-printed relief etching with ink and watercolor on paper, he brings life to these characters who seem to transcend time itself. As we gaze upon this artwork housed at Yale Center for British Art's Paul Mellon Collection in the USA, we are reminded once again why Blake remains one of history's most celebrated artists. His ability to capture complex emotions within his works continues to resonate with audiences today. This print serves as an invitation for contemplation - an exploration into our own capacity for empathy and understanding amidst suffering. It reminds us that even in moments when pity may be elusive or fleeting, its presence can still hold transformative power if we choose to embrace it fully.
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