William Blake: The Divine Comedy

William Blake, 2017

Overview

This TASCHEN edition presents William Blake's 102 illustrations for Dante Alighieri's epic poem, The Divine Comedy. Created in the final years of his life, Blake's works range from delicate pencil sketches to finished watercolors, capturing both the infernal suffering and celestial light of Dante's journey. The illustrations offer a unique perspective on themes of salvation, love, guilt, punishment, and redemption. This volume brings together Blake's dispersed works, featuring key excerpts from the poem and close-up details of the artwork.

Who it's for

• Readers interested in the intersection of literature and art.
• Fans of William Blake's artistic and poetic contributions.
• Those exploring Dante Alighieri's seminal work, The Divine Comedy.
• Individuals interested in the history of art and influential artists inspired by Dante.

Key features

• Language: English
• Pages: 464
• Binding: Softcover
• Publisher: Taschen
• Year: 2017
• ISBN: 9783836568630