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The Circle of the Corrupt Officials; the Devils Tormenting Ciampolo, by William Blake, ink, 1827

The Circle of the Corrupt Officials; the Devils Tormenting Ciampolo

William Blake

1827

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

The Circle of the Corrupt Officials; the Devils Tormenting Ciampolo is a 1827 ink by William Blake, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
William Blake
When & what style?
1827 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image depicts a dramatic scene with multiple figures. On the left, a man stands with his right arm raised and his left arm hanging down, while on the right, a figure with wings and a beard is shown in a dynamic pose, with his right arm extended towards the man. In the background, a body of water is visible, accompanied by a dark sky with swirling clouds. The engraving showcases intricate details, with cross-hatching techniques used to create texture and depth. The overall mood of the image is one of tension and conflict. To learn more about the artistic style and techniques used in this piece, explore the Romanticism movement.

About the artist

Portrait of William Blake
Artist

William Blake

William Blake (28 November 1757 – 12 August 1827) was an English poet, painter and printmaker.

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