Time's Triple Bow [recto] c. 1804 - 1807

"Time's Triple Bow" is a pencil sketch created by William Blake, the renowned Romantic artist, sometime between 1804 and 1807. The sketch depicts a group of figures in a dynamic composition with a focus on a central, shrouded figure. Blake’s characteristically expressive style, with its fluid lines and symbolic imagery, lends a sense of dynamism and emotional depth to the artwork. The unfinished nature of this sketch, which serves as a preliminary study for a larger work, offers a glimpse into Blake’s creative process. This artwork is a testament to Blake’s innovative approach to drawing and his exploration of complex themes such as time and eternity.