Even though it was Christmas Day, a friendly e-mail came along, wondering why this blog had only posted the "Butts Set" of Blake's illustrations, and not also included the "Thomas Set".
Nothing of beauty should ever be cast aside, so your wish shall be our command! I hope they bring joy!
Done at different times, and for different sponsors, the general themes of the two versions are the same, but there are noticeable differences in the execution.
William Blake, Illustrations to "On the Morning of Christ's Nativity" (Thomas Set, c. 1809)
1. The Descent of Peace
2. The Annunciation to the Shepherds
3. The Old Dragon
4. The Overthrow of Apollo and the Pagan Gods
5. The Flight of Moloch
6. The Night of Peace
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