{"product_id":"weeping-figure-and-horse-william-blake","title":"Weeping Figure and Horse - William Blake","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fine engraving by William Blake from his series illustrating Edward Young's poem, Night Thoughts, depicting a figure in grief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving originates from William Blake's ambitious project to illustrate Edward Young's poem, Night Thoughts. Commissioned by the publisher Richard Edwards, the project involved Blake creating hundreds of watercolour designs around the text of the poem, which were then partially engraved. This specific plate captures a moment of intense emotional and theological reflection, characteristic of Blake's engagement with Young's melancholic verse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition features a figure in a state of profound grief, hunched over with hands covering the face. The figure is positioned against a large, circular form that suggests a celestial or cosmic presence, while a horse appears in the lower section of the frame. Blake employs fine, precise line work to define the anatomy and the flowing, ethereal forms that surround the central subject. The cross-hatched shading in the background creates a sense of depth and atmospheric tension, contrasting with the lighter, more delicate rendering of the human form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlake's approach to these illustrations was highly personal. He did not merely decorate the text but sought to interpret the spiritual and philosophical inquiries posed by Young. The integration of text and image on the page reflects the eighteenth-century tradition of the illuminated book, where the visual elements act as a commentary on the written word. The work demonstrates Blake's technical skill as an engraver and his ability to translate abstract theological concepts into visual narratives. The stark contrast between the dark, textured background and the illuminated central figure provides a clear focus on the human condition as presented in the poem. This print offers a glimpse into the collaborative process between poet and artist during the late eighteenth century, capturing the intersection of literature and visual art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/man-leading-a-camel-edwin-lord-weeks\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMan Leading a Camel - Edwin Lord Weeks — Edwin Lord Weeks\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rhyl-sands-david-cox\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRhyl Sands - David Cox — David Cox\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"William Blake","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58370157314383,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58370214822223,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58370214854991,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58370214887759,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58370214920527,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58370214953295,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58370214986063,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58370215018831,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58370215051599,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58370215084367,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58370215117135,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58370215149903,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Weeping-Figure-and-Horse_Poster_CompositorV1_1785693208744.jpg?v=1785694389","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/products\/weeping-figure-and-horse-william-blake","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}