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The Marriage of Heaven and Hell

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This is a title illustration to Blake’s book, The Marriage of Heaven and Hell, 1790-93. In it, Blake followed in the footsteps of two of his literary heroes, Dante and Milton, and wrote of a visit to Hell. Blake’s Hell was not as depicted by conventional Christianity, and instead it is a place of unbound energy. Heaven is described as a place of conformity and control. The Marriage explores the idea that both are necessary contraries within us all.

Because of the size and condition of the original work, 80 x 60 cm is the largest size option we are able to offer.
  • Artist William Blake
  • Artwork The Marriage of Heaven and Hell
  • Exhibition William Blake
  • Credit Original: Book, 27 plates on 15 leaves, leaf size 20.4 x 13.2 cm Open to plates 14, ‘The ancient tradition…’ and 15, ‘A Memorable Fancy’ Relief etching with hand-colouring 14.9 x 10.1 and 14.9 x 10.2 (plate) The Syndics of the Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge
William Blake (1757 – 1827) was an English poet and artist. Blake trained as an engraver and had a career in etching, engraving and illustration. Although he exhibited his watercolours at the Royal Academy, from 1780 he railed against academic art, insisting instead on individual inspiration. His own style was influenced by Gothic sculpture and Michelangelo’s figures. Although he received little public recognition in his lifetime, he has since been hailed as one of Britain’s greatest artists, and celebrated for his anti-slavery and pro-equality views.
  • Product Code S21238
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Delivery & returns

DELIVERY TIMES

We aim to deliver custom prints within 1-2 weeks. For international orders, delivery may take 2-4 weeks.

As each print is handmade to order they take a little longer to prepare. We’ll dispatch your order as soon as it is ready, separately from any other items.

UNFRAMED PRINTS DELIVERY CHARGES

UK — £3.60 per order

Europe — £15.00 per order

Rest of world — £28.00 per order

FRAMED & CANVAS PRINTS DELIVERY CHARGES

UK — £7.50 per print

Europe — £20.00 per print

Rest of world — £50.00 per print

We currently offer free standard delivery on all UK orders over £60. Here’s more information on delivery.

REFUNDS & RETURNS

As custom prints are made to order, unfortunately we cannot accept returns if you have changed your mind or made a mistake.

If we have made a mistake, or there is a problem with your order, then please contact our customer service team at at shop@tate.org.uk.

Here’s more information on refunds & returns.