An Armed Man Spurning a Woman [recto] by William Blake

An Armed Man Spurning a Woman [recto] c. 1790 - 1795

williamblake

drawing

toned paper

light pencil work

pen sketch

pencil sketch

personal sketchbook

ink drawing experimentation

pen-ink sketch

sketchbook drawing

watercolour illustration

sketchbook art

"An Armed Man Spurning a Woman" is a pencil sketch by William Blake created between 1790 and 1795. The drawing depicts a man with a sword rejecting a woman who kneels before him. The composition is framed by stylized, swirling lines, possibly representing a vortex of emotions or a turbulent atmosphere. Blake was a prolific artist and poet known for his imaginative and visionary works, often exploring themes of love, religion, and social injustice. His art, often characterized by intense emotions and symbolic imagery, continues to inspire and fascinate audiences today.