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Greetings Card : The Chimney Sweeper, plate 41 (Bentley 37) from Songs of Innocence
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The Chimney Sweeper, plate 41 (Bentley 37) from Songs of Innocence
XYC220129 The Chimney Sweeper, plate 41 (Bentley 37) from Songs of Innocence and of Experience (Bentley Copy L) 1789-94 (relief etching with pen & w/c) by Blake, William (1757-1827); 11.1x7 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright
Media ID 12762136
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Greetings Card (7"x5")
Add a touch of poetry and history to your mailbox with our exquisite range of greeting cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring "The Chimney Sweeper, plate 41 (Bentley 37)" from William Blake's iconic work "Songs of Innocence and of Experience," these cards bring the timeless beauty of fine art to your everyday correspondence. Each card is meticulously printed from the original relief etching with pen and watercolor by Blake, as held in the esteemed collections of Bridgeman Art Library. Impress your loved ones with this unique and thoughtful gesture, and let the evocative image of the chimney sweeper spark conversations and inspire joy.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
The Chimney Sweeper, plate 41 (Bentley 37) from Songs of Innocence captures the poignant essence of William Blake's iconic poem. In this exquisite print, a young chimney sweep stands amidst a downpour, his frail figure illuminated by the flickering streetlamp behind him. The artist's masterful use of relief etching and watercolor brings forth an ethereal quality to the scene. Blake's illustration evokes both sympathy and outrage as we witness the innocence lost in this child laborer's life. The rain symbolizes not only physical discomfort but also serves as a metaphor for societal neglect and indifference towards these vulnerable souls. The small size of the print intensifies its impact, drawing us closer to examine every intricate detail. We can almost hear the patter of raindrops on cobblestones and feel the weight of despair that burdens this young boy. Preserved within Yale Center for British Art's Paul Mellon Collection, this artwork continues to resonate with audiences today. Its timeless message reminds us to confront social injustices and advocate for those who suffer silently in our midst. As we gaze upon 'The Chimney Sweeper, ' let it serve as a reminder that art has the power to ignite change and inspire compassion.
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