Stipple engraving by thomas burke (1749−1815) of the nightmare, by johann heinrich füssli. Collection of tate britain. Original 1781 füssli painting is in the collection of the detroit institute of arts, u. S. Object Type: painting. Date: 1783. Dimensions: height: 101 cm (39.7 in) ; width: 127 cm (50 in) ; thickness: 2.1 cm (0.8 in). Medium: oil on canvas. Collection: Detroit Institute of Arts. Thomas Burke The Nightmare engraving