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Beatrice Addressing Dante from the Car, by William Blake, unspecified, 1820

Beatrice Addressing Dante from the Car

William Blake

1820

unspecified

From the collection of National Gallery

Dominant colour

Overview

Beatrice Addressing Dante from the Car is a 1820 unspecified by William Blake, held at National Gallery.

Who painted this?
William Blake
When & what style?
1820
Where can I see it?
National Gallery

About this work

This painting shows a woman standing in a chariot, with a man standing in front of her. The woman is wearing a long dress and has her arms outstretched. The man is naked and holding a piece of paper. There is a large bird-like creature behind the man. The background is colorful, with shades of blue, pink, and yellow. The woman's dress is decorated with eyes, and the chariot has a peacock-like design. The man's body is muscular, and his facial expression is serious. The bird-like creature has a long neck and sharp talons. The painting is full of symbolism and detail. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this work, you might want to look up William Blake.

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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