Artwork
Canto III, Verse 201
Canto III, Verse 201 is an ink print by the Romanticist artist William Blake. It dates from 1803 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
The text also references a poem, *Canto III, Verse 201*, suggesting this image was made to illustrate a story.
This black-and-white print shows a woman in a long, flowing dress with a huge feathered hat. Her face is hidden by the hat’s wide brim, and she holds something small in her gloved hands. The background is plain, focusing all attention on her elegant silhouette.
The tiny print at the bottom names the artist as William Blake and the publisher’s date as 1803. The text also references a poem, *Canto III, Verse 201*, suggesting this image was made to illustrate a story.
If you like this style, look up etching to see how artists like Blake carved fine lines into metal plates.
Overview
Canto III, Verse 201 is a print created by William Blake in 1803 using etching and engraving techniques on wove paper. It is characteristic of Blake's work from his mature period.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a woman in a long dress and feathered hat, her face obscured, holding a small object. The image is likely an illustration for a poem, as indicated by the reference to Canto III, Verse 201.
Technique & Style
The work is a black-and-white print, with the artist's use of etching and engraving creating detailed lines. The plain background emphasizes the elegance of the subject's silhouette.
History & Provenance
Blake produced the print in London, where he spent most of his life. The work is dated 1803, a period considered significant in his career as a printmaker.
Artist & collection
Artist
William Blake (28 November 1757 – 12 August 1827) was an English poet, painter and printmaker.
