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Monthly Archives: December 2007
Looking Back: What is the first Pre-Raphaelite painting that you fell in love with?
It is the end of the year, traditionally a time to make merry and look back and reflect upon our lives. In the spirit of yearly reflection, I was struck by the fact that what started as a passing interest … Continue reading
The Portrait
The Portrait, by Dante Gabriel Rossetti (painting shown is Regina Cordium, painted by Rossetti in 1860. Model is Elizabeth Siddal – painted shortly after their marriage) This is her picture as she was: It seems a thing to wonder on, … Continue reading
Posted in Pre-Raphaelite Poems
Tagged Dante Gabriel Rossetti, death, Lizzie Siddal, poetry
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Christina Rossetti’s ‘In the Bleak Midwinter’ Sung by Sarah Brightman
Posted in Christina Rossetti, Video
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J.W.Waterhouse “The Magic Circle” + Stars of the Stage
Stunning new video making connections between the art of John WIlliam Waterhouse and the stage stars of his era. I love the feminine beauty of bygone stars of stage and screen. It is a refreshing change from today’s over exposed, … Continue reading
Hidden Life of Art: A Key to Figures,Symbols, and Messages
This is the first book I’ve featured on this site that is not strictly related to Pre-Raphaelitism. But I purchased this book a few days ago and am enjoying it so much that I knew visitors to this site might … Continue reading
Pre-Raphaelite Christmas Ideas
Here’s a few items I’ve seen online that would make lovely Christmas gifts. Feel free to share what’s on your Pre-Raphaelite wish list! Victorian trading Company has this gorgeous night light featuring Millais’ Autumn Leaves (mentioned on this site in … Continue reading
Posted in Pre-Raphaelite Inspired Swag
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The Defence of Guenevere
The Defence of Guenevere, by William Morris But, knowing now that they would have her speak, She threw her wet hair backward from her brow, Her hand close to her mouth touching her cheek, As though she had had there … Continue reading
Posted in Pre-Raphaelite Poems, William Morris
Tagged Arthurian, Jane Morris, poetry, William Morris
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