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Illustrations to the Book of Job Illustrations to the Book of Job
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Illustrations to the Book of Job

William Blake

Art Funded
1987
Dimensions
20 x 15 cm
Bequeathed by
Joyce Havell through The Art Fund
This rare and valuable proof set of 21 engravings is considered by some to be Blake's masterpiece.

The illustrations were offered to Watford Museum in recognition of their special interest in printing. The book was one of the latest examples of the poet-engraver's work before his death.

Provenance

Miss Joyce Havell.

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Art we’ve helped buy at Watford Museum

View of Watford
 Acquired 1979
The Winter Dining Room
 Acquired 1996
The Harness Room
 Acquired 1983
Portrait of Anna Herkomer
 Acquired 1984
Illustrations to the Book of Job
 Acquired 1987
Abendbrodt (The Frugal Meal)
 Acquired 1985
A View of Cassiobury Park
 Acquired 2002
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