Illustrations of the Book of Job | Invented and Engraved by William Blake

Blake, William [William Blake (28 November 1757 - 12 August 1827) was an English poet, painter, and printmaker. Largely unrecognised during his lifetime, he is now considered a seminal figure in the history of the poetry and visual arts of the Romantic Age].

Published by Published by Methuen & Co. Ltd., 36 Essex Street, Strand, London First Thus Edition . 1903., 1903

About this Item

This Edition and is limited to 100 copies for England. Hard back copy binding in publisher's original quarter white cloth with cream paper title and author lettering label to the spine, steel blue paper covered boards, all page edges untrimmed. 8vo. 8'' x 5¼''. The engravings measure 4½'' x 3½''. Illustrations of the Book of Job primarily refers to a series of twenty-two engraved prints (published 1826) by Blake illustrating the biblical Book of Job. It also refers to two earlier sets of watercolours by Blake on the same subject (1806 and 1821). The engraved Illustrations are considered to be Blake's greatest masterpieces in the medium of engraving, and were also a rare commercial and critical success for Blake. Red and black title page stating 'A New Edition'. This issue is reproduced in reduced facsimile from the original Edition published by William Blake in the year 1826. Contains 22 single-sided tissue-guarded monochrome etchings on India paper mounted on handmade paper, each stating 'Proof' to the bottom right hand corner. From the library of J. H. Moore, brother of G. E. Moore O.M., and Thomas Sturge Moore (4 March 1870 - 18 July 1944) English poet, author and artist. Very light soiling to the edges of the boards, contents in very near Fine condition with very light spotting to title page and first engravings. Member of the P.B.F.A. ART [British].

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Illustrations of the Book of Job | Invented and Engraved by William Blake
• Publisher: Published by Methuen & Co. Ltd., 36 Essex Street, Strand, London First Thus Edition . 1903.
• Publication Date: 1903
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Near Fine