Artwork
Wat Tyler's Daughter
Wat Tyler's Daughter is a graphite drawing by the Romanticist artist William Blake. It dates from 1819 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Wat Tyler's Daughter is a graphite drawing created by William Blake around 1819. It is a representative work of Blake's symbolic and visionary style, characteristic of his artistic output.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a lone girl, identified as Wat Tyler's daughter, conveying a sense of sadness and loss. The subject is drawn from a narrative about a medieval peasant uprising in England, a theme that resonated with Blake's interest in social justice.
Technique & Style
The drawing is executed with simple lines and shading, creating a sense of realism. Blake's use of graphite showcases his ability to convey complex emotions through a restrained yet expressive visual language.
Context
The work is part of Blake's oeuvre of 'prophetic' compositions, which often blended historical and imaginative elements. It reflects his engagement with literary and political themes, characteristic of his artistic and poetic endeavors in London.
Artist & collection
Artist
William Blake (28 November 1757 – 12 August 1827) was an English poet, painter and printmaker.
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