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Elegy written in a Counrty Church-Yard, design 110 from The Poems
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Elegy written in a Counrty Church-Yard, design 110 from The Poems
XYC222554 Elegy written in a Counrty Church-Yard, design 110 from The Poems of Thomas Gray, 1797-1798 (w/c with pen & ink on paper) by Blake, William (1757-1827); 41.9x32.4 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright
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Churchyard Digging Grave Digger Graveyard Raining Storm
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In this print titled "Elegy written in a Country Church-Yard, design 110". William Blake brings to life the melancholic beauty of Thomas Gray's renowned poem. The scene unfolds within a somber churchyard, where rain pours down relentlessly from an ominous storm-filled sky. As the viewer gazes upon this haunting illustration, they are transported into the depths of emotion and contemplation. At the center of the composition stands a solitary figure - a grave digger stooped over his work, tirelessly digging into the wet earth. His hunched posture reflects not only physical labor but also carries an air of resignation and introspection. Through Blake's masterful use of watercolor and pen & ink on paper, every stroke seems to echo with sorrow and longing. The graveyard itself is shrouded in misty hues, emphasizing its timeless nature as a final resting place for countless souls. The tombstones stand like silent sentinels amidst wild grasses that sway under the weight of raindrops. It is within this atmospheric setting that one can almost hear whispers carried by gusts of wind; echoes from those who have passed on. Blake's interpretation captures both the essence and visual imagery found within Gray's elegiac verses perfectly. This print serves as a poignant reminder of our own mortality while inviting us to reflect upon life's fleeting moments and contemplate our place within eternity.
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