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Metal Print : The Chimney Sweeper, plate 9 recto from Songs of Innocence, 1789 (hand-coloured
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The Chimney Sweeper, plate 9 recto from Songs of Innocence, 1789 (hand-coloured
XYC151888 The Chimney Sweeper, plate 9 recto from Songs of Innocence, 1789 (hand-coloured relief etching with w/c on paper) by Blake, William (1757-1827); 11.4x7.3 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright
Media ID 12728481
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15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Bring the haunting beauty of William Blake's iconic 'The Chimney Sweeper' print into your home with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints. This exquisite hand-coloured relief etching, originally created in 1789, showcases the poignant image of a young chimney sweeper from Blake's 'Songs of Innocence'. Each metal print is meticulously crafted using high-definition image technology, ensuring vibrant colours and exceptional detail. The advanced coating on the metal surface provides a durable, waterproof, and scratch-resistant finish. Hang this captivating work of art in your living room, office, or bedroom to add a touch of timeless elegance and inspiration to your space.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 38.1cm (10" x 15")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photo print, we are transported back to the year 1789, as we delve into the world of William Blake's "The Chimney Sweeper". Plate 9 recto from Songs of Innocence. This hand-coloured relief etching with watercolor on paper showcases Blake's extraordinary talent for combining poetry and illustration. As our eyes wander across the image, we witness a young chimney sweeper standing amidst a backdrop of darkness and soot-covered chimneys. The delicate brushstrokes bring out the innocence in his face, contrasting sharply with his grim surroundings. The artist's use of color adds depth and emotion to the scene, evoking a sense of both despair and hope. Blake's poem accompanies this poignant visual representation, shedding light on the plight of these young children forced into labor at such an early age. Through his romanticist lens, he invites us to reflect upon society's injustices while also offering a glimmer of optimism for change. This remarkable piece is housed in Yale Center for British Art's Paul Mellon Collection in the USA. Its presence within this prestigious collection further solidifies its significance as an important work within English literature and art history. "The Chimney Sweeper" serves as a powerful reminder that even amidst darkness and adversity, there is always room for compassion and transformation – themes that continue to resonate with audiences today.
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