[Paradise lost: The council in heaven] [graphic]Ireland, Jane, active 1792-1793, printmaker[1792 or 1793]engAs described in Book 3 of Milton's Paradise lost, God and Christ watch Satan as he struggles across Chaos headed for earth and vengeance. In the center angels play musical instruments including trumpets, harps, and an organTitle from original print as cited in Paulson.Date based on known dates of Ireland's years of activity.Sheet trimmed to plate mark.Cf. Paulson, R. Hogarth's graphic works (3rd ed.), no. 65