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St. Matthew

1799
(British, 1757–1827)
England
tempera on canvas
Overall: 38.5 x 26.5 cm (15 3/16 x 10 7/16 in.)
Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt Fund 2017.4
Location: 203B British Painting and Decorative Arts
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Like St. Matthew, William Blake reported having visions of angels throughout his life.

Description

The energy and awe with which the evangelist Saint Matthew responds to the angel presenting the divinely inspired text echoes William Blake’s attitude toward artistic inspiration. From childhood Blake experienced visions that are reflected in the otherworldliness of his work. While Blake was not embraced by the fine art establishment, a small group of patrons believed in his genius and commissioned works in which his unusual visions had free rein.
St. Matthew

St. Matthew

1799

William Blake

(British, 1757–1827)
England

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