Who painted Job and His Daughters?

Job and His Daughters was painted by William Blake in 1821.

Where can I see Job and His Daughters?

Job and His Daughters is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Job and His Daughters?

Job and His Daughters is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Job and His Daughters

William Blake , 1821

Job and His Daughters is a graphite drawing by the Romanticist artist William Blake. It dates from 1821 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Job and His Daughters is a graphite drawing on laid paper created by William Blake around 1821. It is a representative work from a series of illustrations Blake produced later in his life.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a scene from the biblical narrative of Job, showing four figures in a symbolic arrangement. The figures are rendered in a loose, expressive style, with minimal background detail.

Technique & Style

The sketch is characterized by quick, uneven lines and a focus on capturing gestures and rough shapes rather than detailed forms. The artist's use of graphite on laid paper results in a rough, textured appearance.

Context

This drawing is part of a series of illustrations Blake created towards the end of his life, which are notable for their dense symbolism and unconventional approach to religious themes.