Artwork
Job Rebuked by His Friends
Job Rebuked by His Friends is an ink print by the Romanticist artist William Blake. It dates from 1825 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This 1825 engraving on thin paper is a late work by William Blake, an English poet, painter, and printmaker. It exemplifies his practice of combining text and image.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving depicts a biblical scene: Job, seated on the ground in a loincloth, is surrounded by four friends. The somber atmosphere and rocky landscape convey a mood of solemnity and introspection, reflecting Blake's exploration of symbolic and visionary themes.
Technique & Style
Blake's use of engraving and cross-hatching techniques creates depth and texture. The dark, shadowy background and detailed figures demonstrate his skill with these methods, characteristic of his innovative printmaking style.
Artist & collection
Artist
William Blake (28 November 1757 – 12 August 1827) was an English poet, painter and printmaker.
