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Creating the Exhibition Space for William Blake Exhibition at Tate Britain

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The William Blake exhibition at Tate Britain is a huge undertaking, with gallery upon gallery of Blake's artwork. And ingeniously there is even a nod to his humble beginnings, with the re-creation of the small domestic room that served as Blake's first gallery in 1809.

What strikes you most as you enter the exhibition is the iconic Albion Rose set against a stark navy wall. Your eye is drawn immediately to the etching and then moves to the surroundings of burgundy and displays of art that demand attention.

As you walk through the exhibition you'll see the artwork displayed chronologically on different coloured walls, sometimes on plinths, sometimes in book-like frames, sometimes as video, and sometimes as vast dramatic wall hangings. Blake's first recreated gallery is particularly humbling with its Ogee skirting board and simple dado rail. The authentic sash windows are back lit letting light flood the small space, and the aged floor boards help to transport you back to the past. Blake could never have imagined the success of his artwork back in the 1800's, but how wonderful to be able to catch a glimpse of the room above the hosiery shop that Blake first invited society to share in his paintings.

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William Blake Exhibition, Tate Britain

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