The Archangel Raphael 

Editor: This stained-glass design, "The Archangel Raphael" by William Morris, feels so modern despite being a historical piece. What does it say about the materials and production of art during that period? Curator: The emphasis on craft reveals the era's changing relationship with industrial production. Morris championed traditional techniques, elevating them against mass-produced items. Notice the lead lines—they're not just functional; they become part of the design. What does this tell you about consumption at the time? Editor: I suppose it was a statement about valuing handmade goods versus the growing availability of factory-made products. It's interesting how a religious subject becomes a vehicle for these material concerns. Curator: Precisely! And it shows how art can be both devotional and deeply engaged with the social and economic realities of its time.