The Fall of Satan
1825
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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William Blake
William Blake (28 November 1757 – 12 August 1827) was an English poet, painter and printmaker.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Fall of Satan is a 1825 ink by William Blake, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white engraving shows a chaotic scene with a big figure falling from the sky. Below, smaller figures scramble in fear, some hiding their faces. The top figure has wings and a crown, while the ones below look like demons or lost souls. Dark clouds swirl around them, and the whole image feels heavy with drama. The artist used fine lines to create shadows and texture, giving the scene depth without color. The words around the edges quote Bible verses about judgment and punishment. Look up engraving to see how artists like Blake made detailed prints with just metal and ink.
William Blake (28 November 1757 – 12 August 1827) was an English poet, painter and printmaker.
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