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Death of the Strong Wicked Man, pl. 6, illustration from The Grave, A Poem by William Blake (1757-1827), engraved by Luigi Schiavonetti (1765-1810), 1808 (etching)
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Death of the Strong Wicked Man, pl. 6, illustration from The Grave, A Poem by William Blake (1757-1827), engraved by Luigi Schiavonetti (1765-1810), 1808 (etching)
XYC290776 Death of the Strong Wicked Man, pl.6, illustration from The Grave, A Poem by William Blake (1757-1827), engraved by Luigi Schiavonetti (1765-1810), 1808 (etching) by Blake, William (1757-1827) (after); 20.7x25.9 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; (add.info.: subtitle Heard you that groan? /It was his last ; )
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This print captures the haunting illustration from William Blake's poem, "The Grave". Engraved by Luigi Schiavonetti in 1808, this etching titled "Death of the Strong Wicked Man" depicts a scene filled with anguish and sorrow. The image showcases a female figure consumed by grief, her spirit mourning the loss of a strong and wicked man. In the center of the composition lies the lifeless body of this once powerful individual. His strength has been extinguished, poisoned perhaps by his own wickedness. Surrounding him are mourners, their faces contorted with pain and anxiety as they weep for his passing. The atmosphere is heavy with sadness and mourning as souls cry out in lamentation. The cup symbolizes both poison and sorrow, representing the consequences of one's actions in life. It serves as a reminder that even those who possess great strength can succumb to their own vices. Blake's poetic words echo through this visual depiction: "Heard you that groan? /It was his last". These lines emphasize the finality of death and evoke a sense of melancholy within viewers. Through this evocative artwork, Bridgeman Images invites us to contemplate themes such as mortality, remorse, and redemption. It serves as a poignant reminder that no matter how strong or wicked one may be in life, ultimately death comes for all – leaving behind only grieving souls longing for solace in an afterlife beyond our comprehension.
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