1821
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Man Sweeping the Interpreter's Parlor is a 1821 by William Blake, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This print shows two winged figures in a dramatic scene. One stands calmly in flowing robes, while the other struggles with a heavy broom, wings spread wide. The background swirls with chaotic clouds and a dark, stormy sky, while small figures lie scattered on the ground. The artist used sharp lines and stark contrasts to create movement and tension. The figures’ wings and flowing clothes suggest they’re more than human—perhaps symbols or mythical beings. Look up Blake, William to see how he mixed everyday life with deep ideas.
William Blake (28 November 1757 – 12 August 1827) was an English poet, painter and printmaker.
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