The Wrath of Elihu
Blake, William · British
1825
- Medium
- engraving on thick paper
- Classification
- Portfolio
- Period
- 1801 to 1825
- Image size
- 6538 × 8929px
Description
This is a drawing of several figures in a mystical scene under a starry sky. The image shows several seated figures on one side and one standing figure gesturing towards them. Behind the seated figures is a structure made of stacked blocks or stones. The scene is set against a backdrop of stark lines and contrasting shades, with a night sky filled with small stars or dots.
Rights & Source
Open access image from the National Gallery of Art, released under its open access program. Metadata via the NGA Open Data Program (CC0).