On Homer's Poetry (and) On Virgil 1822

This 1822 illuminated printing by William Blake titled "On Homer's Poetry (and) On Virgil" is a prime example of his unique style. Known for his intricate detail and symbolic imagery, Blake explores the philosophies of Homer and Virgil in two distinct sections. The piece contains visual elements like a tree, a figure, and a landscape. Blake explores the nature of poetry and its connection to morality, using a bold and direct style. He critiques the classical poets, arguing that true art should be based on spiritual truths rather than worldly concerns, and that art should be a living form, not a static one.