Monthly Archives: July 2009

Happy Birthday Elizabeth Siddal!

Posted on July 25, 2009 by Stephanie Piña

On July 25, 1829 Elizabeth Siddal was born! Lizzie is the original Pre-Raphaelite “Stunner”. Here’s a closer detail of Lizzie as Ophelia: Dante Gabriel Rossetti, whom Lizzie later married, also painted Lizzie as Ophelia: What I found most interesting is … Continue reading →

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Desperate Romantics Promo:

Posted on July 22, 2009 by Stephanie Piña
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Desperate Romantics Links:

Posted on July 15, 2009 by Stephanie Piña

I am incredibly curious about the new BBC production of Desperate Romantics. Being in the United States, I won’t be able to see the program until it airs here. I still have not read Franny Moyle’s book, which the program … Continue reading →

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Mortal Love, my impressions

Posted on July 7, 2009 by Stephanie Piña

I devoured this book. And I know I will not hesitate to devour it again, its hold over me is that strong. It is a story with many layers and a narrative that switches between time periods. I enjoyed it, … Continue reading →

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Millais’s Silver Pillar

Posted on July 1, 2009 by Stephanie Piña

After the previous posts about repeated use of objects in Pre-Raphaelite art (Rossetti and His Baubles and Hair Adornment in Rossetti Paintings),  I have taken to scouring images for props used repeatedly.  One of which is this silver ornament or … Continue reading →

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