The marriage of Heaven & Hell
- Artist
- William Blake
- Date
- 1790 - 1793
- Style
- Symbolism
- Genre
- Symbolic painting
William Blake's The Marriage of Heaven and Hell (1790–1793) is a vivid Symbolic painting and poetic work that challenges traditional dichotomies of good and evil. Through a series of illustrated prints, Blake combines prose and poetry to express his personal Romantic and revolutionary beliefs, emphasizing the unity of opposites. The work's illustrations and texts reflect Blake's visionary style, blending myth, prophecy, and Symbolism to provoke thought about spiritual and societal liberation. The plates, colored by Blake and his wife, Catherine, create a richly layered visual and poetic experience that exemplifies his innovative approach to art and literature.
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