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The Pained Heart, or Sigh No More, Ladies, 1868 (oil on canvas)
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The Pained Heart, or Sigh No More, Ladies, 1868 (oil on canvas)
Ma88174 The Pained Heart, or Sigh No More, Ladies, 1868 (oil on canvas) by Hughes, Arthur (1832-1915); 94x109.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Act II Scene 3 l.62; ); Photo eThe Ms Gallery, London; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22806788
© The Maas Gallery, London / Bridgeman Images
Beatrice Curtain Day Dreaming Daydreaming Embroidery Literary Figure Lute Melancholy Much Ado About Nothing Nurse Old Woman Petals Reverie Rose Petals Shakespeare William 1564 1616 Shutter Song Thought Thrush Wistful Pre Raphaelite Thinking
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The Pained Heart, or Sigh No More, Ladies" is a captivating oil painting by Arthur Hughes that beautifully captures the essence of melancholy and daydreaming. In this enchanting scene from Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing" we see a young woman lost in her thoughts, surrounded by rose petals and embroidery. The curtain gently sways as if to mimic the rhythm of her sighs, while the open window invites a thrush to serenade her with its sweet melody. The shutter partially closed adds an air of mystery to this poetic moment. With wistful eyes and a pained expression, she appears love sick and deeply engrossed in her own reverie. As she holds onto a lute, it becomes evident that literature plays an important role in her life. Perhaps she finds solace in poetry or seeks refuge within the pages of William Shakespeare's works. Intriguingly, an old nurse stands nearby observing this display of emotion. Her presence suggests that female pastimes such as daydreaming were not uncommon during this era. Hughes' pre-Raphaelite style shines through with meticulous attention to detail and vibrant colors. Every brushstroke seems purposeful in conveying the delicate emotions portrayed on canvas. "The Pained Heart" serves as a timeless reminder of the power literature holds over our hearts and minds. It invites us to ponder upon our own moments of introspection and reminds us that even amidst sorrow, beauty can be found.
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