“Los Entering the Grave” is an etching created by William Blake between the years 1804 and 1820. Belonging to the Symbolism movement, the artwork measures 1600 x 220 cm and is categorized under the genre of symbolic painting. Currently, it resides at the Yale Centre for British Art at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut, in the United States.
The artwork depicts a figure identified as Los, a character from Blake’s mythological universe. The figure is shown in motion, appearing to enter a dark arched doorway, symbolizing a grave. Los is portrayed with his back to the viewer, wearing a flowing garment, and holding what appears to be a sun disk or shield, which emits rays of light. The surroundings are rendered with deep, dark hues, giving the scene a grave and solemn atmosphere. The intricacy of the etching technique used by Blake highlights the detailed and symbolic nature of the artwork, inviting viewers to delve into the deeper meanings and themes embedded within the composition.