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Editor: This is William Blake's "Christ Appearing to the Apostles after the Resurrection," currently at the Tate. The figures almost seem to emerge from the darkness. What do you see in this piece? Curator: Blake captures a powerful vision. The symbol of the risen Christ, radiating light, is contrasted against the apostles' shadowy forms, overwhelmed with emotion. Consider how the outstretched hands signify not only offering but also vulnerability. Editor: It's interesting how Blake uses light to distinguish between the mortal and divine realms. I hadn't noticed that before. Curator: Indeed, light here is not just illumination; it’s a visual metaphor for spiritual awakening. The image lingers in the mind, evoking questions of faith and perception. Editor: Thank you. I'll definitely look closer at the symbolism next time.
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In the final chapter of St Luke’s gospel, two angels announce that Christ has risen from the tomb. Later, Christ himself appears to his disciples. As Blake shows here, they are terrified, thinking that they are seeing a ghost. Christ tries to reassure them by holding out his hands to show the wounds he received at the crucifixion, and saying ‘Behold my hands and my feet, that it is I myself: handle me, and see; for a spirit hath not flesh and bones, as ye see me have.’ Gallery label, February 2004
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