1827
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Circle of the Thieves; Agnolo Brunelleschi Attacked by a Six-Footed Serpent is a 1827 ink by William Blake, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving shows a dramatic scene with a man, Agnolo Brunelleschi, being attacked by a six-footed serpent. The serpent has its mouth open, revealing sharp teeth, and its body is wrapped around the man. In the background, there are several figures watching the scene unfold, including a woman in a long dress and a man with his hand on his chin. The scene is set against a rocky, mountainous landscape. The engraving is done in a detailed, cross-hatched style, which gives it a sense of texture and depth. The use of shading and contrast creates a sense of drama and tension, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figure of the man being attacked. If you're interested in learning more about the Romantic movement, you can explore the works of other artists who were part of this style, such as J.M.W. Turner or Caspar David Friedrich.
William Blake (28 November 1757 – 12 August 1827) was an English poet, painter and printmaker.
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