William Blake ( 1757 - 1827 ) was a British painter. William Blake s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 13107.04 USD for THE JUDGEMENT OF SOLOMON in 2003 to a remarkable record 3928000 USD for THE GOOD AND EVIL ANGELS STRUGGLING FOR POSSESSION OF A CHILD in 2004 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.