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The Angel Appearing to Zacharias, 1799-1800 (pen, black ink and tempera on canvas)
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The Angel Appearing to Zacharias, 1799-1800 (pen, black ink and tempera on canvas)
3493144 The Angel Appearing to Zacharias, 1799-1800 (pen, black ink and tempera on canvas) by Blake, William (1757-1827); 26.7x38.1 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Commissioned by his principal patron, the government clerk Thomas Butts, this scene illustrates verses from Luke (I:11-13), in which Gabriel appears to Zacharias, a high priest of the Jewish Temple in Jerusalem, to announce that Zachariass elderly and barren wife Elizabeth will give birth to a son, Saint John the Baptist. ); English, out of copyright
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The Angel Appearing to Zacharias
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is a captivating and thought-provoking artwork by William Blake. This exquisite print, created in 1799-1800, showcases the artist's mastery of pen, black ink, and tempera on canvas. Housed in the prestigious Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, this piece beautifully captures a pivotal moment from the biblical narrative. Commissioned by Thomas Butts, an esteemed government clerk and loyal patron of Blake's work, this scene depicts Gabriel's visitation to Zacharias. According to Luke (I:11-13), Gabriel appears before Zacharias, who serves as a high priest at the Jewish Temple in Jerusalem. The angel brings news that despite their advanced age and barrenness, Zacharias' wife Elizabeth will conceive and give birth to Saint John the Baptist. Blake's artistic interpretation skillfully conveys both religious significance and emotional depth. Through intricate details and delicate brushstrokes, he transports viewers into this divine encounter between man and celestial being. The painting evokes feelings of awe and wonder while highlighting themes such as faithfulness, miracles, and God's mysterious ways. This remarkable artwork not only exemplifies Blake's visionary style but also serves as a testament to his profound understanding of theological narratives found within Christianity. With its rich symbolism rooted in biblical scripture combined with elements of romanticism prevalent during that era, "The Angel Appearing to Zacharias" continues to inspire contemplation about spirituality across different faiths even today.
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