The exhibition invites the Budapest audience to explore the world of William Blake, delving into the turbulent period in which he lived. This era inspired generations of artists to examine the extremes of horror and beauty in their works, drawing from both historical texts and their own imaginations. 

Selected from the Tate collection in London, the exhibition showcases the most significant works of this prominent figure in British art and literature, highlighting an especially eventful period in English art history. 

William Blake, one of the most renowned artists of the British Romantic period, lived in London and worked as an engraver, often toiling late into the night. He developed innovative printmaking and painting techniques to effectively convey his imaginative vision. Blake regarded himself as a prophet who, through his art and poetry, created a connection between the spiritual and physical realms. 

He continued to refine his printing techniques throughout his life, often revisiting his early poems to create new copies from existing plates and adding texts to his earlier engravings.

The exhibition features over a hundred works of Blake alongside those of his most influential contemporaries and artists, including Heinrich Füssli, Benjamin West, John Hamilton Mortimer, and JMW Turner. 

The exhibition, which will be on display until January 11, 2026, is curated by Csilla Regős and Alice Insley.