The Death of the Good Old Man, from "The Grave," a Poem by Robert Blair 1813

"The Death of the Good Old Man" (1813) is an etching by William Blake, part of his illustrated series for Robert Blair's poem "The Grave." This work depicts the death of a man surrounded by mourners, one of whom kneels in prayer while a winged figure ascends above the scene. Blake's graphic style is known for its detailed figures and use of contrasting light and dark, creating a dramatic and emotional atmosphere. This plate, created in the Romantic era, explores themes of mortality, faith, and the passage from life to the afterlife.