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My Son! My Son!, plate 10 from For Children. The Gates of Paradise, 1793
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My Son! My Son!, plate 10 from For Children. The Gates of Paradise, 1793
XYC146939 My Son! My Son!, plate 10 from For Children. The Gates of Paradise, 1793 (engraving) by Blake, William (1757-1827); 9.6x6.3 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright
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Arrow Crying Despair Exasperated Exclamation Exuberance Grief Poetic Romanticism Romanticist Sage Wisdom
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captures the essence of William Blake's poetic and romantic vision in plate 10 from his renowned work, "For Children. The Gates of Paradise" (1793). In this exquisite engraving, a nude male figure with a flowing beard stands before us, embodying both fatherhood and wisdom. With a sword in one hand and an arrow in the other, he exudes strength and authority. The illustration portrays a poignant moment of despair as the father gazes upon his youthful son who dances before him on an exuberant throne. The son's carefree movements contrast with the father's expression of exasperation and grief, evoking a sense of longing for lost innocence. Blake's mastery lies not only in capturing this emotional scene but also infusing it with profound symbolism. The image speaks to the eternal struggle between youth and age, passion and reason, as well as joyous exuberance versus melancholic reflection. As we contemplate this print from Yale Center for British Art's Paul Mellon Collection, we are reminded of Blake's role as both poet and artist. His ability to convey complex emotions through visual imagery is truly remarkable. This engraving invites us into a world where beauty intertwines with sorrow—a testament to Blake’s status as one of history’s greatest romanticists.
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