The artwork, titled “Illustration to Milton’s Comus,” was created by William Blake between the years 1816 and 1820. Executed in watercolor, it forms part of the Symbolism art movement and belongs to the genre of illustration. This piece is a component of the series “Illustrations to John Milton – Comus.”
In the artwork, a central figure is seated on a modest throne-like structure, positioned within a symbolic house-like enclosure. The figure exudes an aura of divinity, highlighted by a glowing halo around the head. Flanking this central figure are two serene, angelic entities with wings, who reverently gaze towards the seated figure. Their postures and expressions convey a sense of protection and veneration. The scene is imbued with an ethereal quality, characteristic of Blake’s style, and captures the mystical themes present in John Milton’s “Comus.” The muted color palette, dominated by light greys and soft yellows, enhances the spiritual and symbolic essence of the illustration.
