A black and white engraving by William Blake titled 'I found him beneath a Tree' depicting a woman kneeling beside a small infant lying on the ground beneath a large tree.
treewomanbabygroundskyengravingWilliam BlaketreewomanbabygrieflosssorrowMay 1793

This is a black and white engraving by William Blake, titled 'I found him beneath a Tree' and dated May 1793. The scene depicts a woman kneeling beside a small infant lying on the ground beneath the drooping branches of a large tree. The tree dominates the left side of the image, its trunk thick and textured, and its branches cascading downwards, creating a curtain-like effect. The branches are densely filled with leaves, creating a dark, shaded area around the woman and child. The woman is slender and appears distressed. She is kneeling with one leg bent and the other extended, her body leaning forward towards the baby. Her hair is pulled back, and she wears a long, flowing dress. Her arms are outstretched, as if reaching for or comforting the child. The baby lies on the ground, seemingly lifeless. The woman's attention is entirely focused on the infant. The ground is covered with rough vegetation and small plants. The background is a pale, hazy sky, suggesting a somber or melancholic atmosphere. The style of the engraving is characterized by fine lines and intricate details, typical of Blake's work. The overall impression is one of grief, loss, and maternal sorrow.


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