Tornado–Zeus Battling Typhon, from Erasmus Darwin's "The Botanic Garden" 1795

"Tornado–Zeus Battling Typhon" is a 1795 engraving by William Blake depicting a dramatic scene from Greek mythology. Zeus, the king of the gods, wields a lightning bolt as he battles the monstrous Typhon. The dynamic composition and dramatic use of light and shadow create a sense of intense energy and chaos. Blake's signature detailed style is evident in the intricate rendering of the figures and the turbulent natural elements. This artwork was created as an illustration for Erasmus Darwin's "The Botanic Garden," which explored the natural world through a poetic lens. Blake's interpretation of the classic myth adds a distinctly Romantic sensibility to the subject matter.