“Elisha In The Chamber On The Wall” is an artwork created by William Blake in 1820. The piece utilizes charcoal, pencil, and sepia on paper and is a characteristic work of the Symbolism movement. With dimensions measuring 210 x 243 cm, the work is categorized under the genre of sketch and study and is currently housed at Tate Modern in London, UK.
The artwork portrays an intricate interior scene that emphasizes depth, perspective, and lighting. At the forefront is a small chamber containing two figures, one standing and one seated at a table, both captured in a moment of contemplation or dialogue. This inner chamber is depicted within the context of a much larger, almost cavernous room, accentuating the confined space and intensifying the symbolic nature of the scene. The use of subdued tones and precise line work highlights the meticulous detail and ethereal quality inherent to Blake’s style, evoking a sense of mysticism and introspection.
