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Colinet's Journey, by William Blake, ink, 1821

Colinet's Journey

William Blake

1821

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Colinet's Journey is a 1821 ink by William Blake, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
William Blake
When & what style?
1821 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

In this wood engraving, a figure stands in a landscape, gazing out at a distant landscape. The figure is dressed in a long robe and hat, holding a staff in their right hand. In the foreground, a small structure with a pointed roof sits to the right of the figure. The background of the engraving features rolling hills and a body of water in the distance, with a few trees scattered throughout. The overall atmosphere of the piece is one of contemplation and solitude. This engraving is a fine example of Romanticism, and you can explore more works from this movement by looking into the Romanticism movement.

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