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A Little Boy Lost, plate 42 from Songs of Experience, 1794 (colour
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A Little Boy Lost, plate 42 from Songs of Experience, 1794 (colour
XYC285516 A Little Boy Lost, plate 42 from Songs of Experience, 1794 (colour printed relief etching with w/c) by Blake, William (1757-1827); 18.4x12.1 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright
Media ID 12797735
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Anguish Crying Despair Huddled Misery Romanticist Weeping
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In this poignant print titled "A Little Boy Lost". William Blake captures the heart-wrenching emotions of a young child in despair. Created in 1794 as part of his collection Songs of Experience, this colour printed relief etching with watercolor showcases Blake's mastery in conveying raw human emotions. The image depicts a male child huddled on the ground, weeping uncontrollably. His tear-streaked face and trembling body reveal his deep anguish and misery. The boy appears lost and abandoned, symbolizing the loss of innocence that often accompanies life's hardships. Blake's composition skillfully portrays not only the physical pain but also the emotional turmoil experienced by the little boy. The artist invites us to reflect on themes such as parental neglect, societal indifference, and personal suffering. This artwork serves as a powerful reminder of our shared humanity and compels viewers to empathize with those who suffer silently around us. It prompts introspection about our role in creating a compassionate society where no child is left behind or forgotten. Housed at Yale Center for British Art within the Paul Mellon Collection, this piece continues to resonate with audiences today despite being created over two centuries ago. Its universal message transcends time and reminds us that art has an enduring power to evoke empathy and provoke social change.
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