
The Circle of the Corrupt Officials; the Devils Tormenting Ciampolo
Blake, William · British
1827
- Medium
- engraved copper plate
- Classification
- Technical Material
- Period
- 1826 to 1850
- Image size
- 9317 × 7375px
Description
This is a drawing showing figures in dynamic postures. The image is an intricately engraved depiction on a copper plate suggesting a narrative or mythical scene. One figure is leaning forward with an assertive gesture towards another figure standing more upright. The copper background adds warmth to the artwork, with finely etched lines conveying motion and emotion within the figures. The style is highly detailed and expressive, depicting a dramatic interaction between the forms.
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).