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 depicts a dramatic scene with a large serpent attacking a man. The serpent has six feet and is biting the man's thigh. The man is muscular and appears to be in pain, with his arms raised in defense. In the background, there are three figures watching the scene unfold, two of them looking concerned. The atmosphere is tense and chaotic. The engraving features bold lines and shading, which adds to the dramatic effect of the scene. The use of cross-hatching creates a sense of texture and depth, drawing the viewer's attention to the central figures. The overall mood is one of fear and anxiety, as the man struggles to defend himself against the attacking serpent. If you're interested in learning more about this style of engraving, you might want to explore the technique of cross-hatching.
William Blake (28 November 1757 – 12 August 1827) was an English poet, painter and printmaker.
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