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The Roman Widow, 1874 (oil on canvas)
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The Roman Widow, 1874 (oil on canvas)
NUL116733 The Roman Widow, 1874 (oil on canvas) by Rossetti, Dante Gabriel Charles (1828-82); 105.4x92.7 cm; Museo de Arte de Ponce, Puerto Rico; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22804700
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Grieving Harp Lyre Roses Pre Raphaelite
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The Roman Widow, 1874
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is a captivating oil painting by Dante Gabriel Charles Rossetti that beautifully captures the essence of grief and mourning. The portrait depicts a sorrowful female figure, identified as Alexa Wilding, elegantly dressed in black attire with tears streaming down her face. She tenderly cradles a harp in her arms, symbolizing the music of sorrow and loss. Surrounded by an abundance of vibrant roses, the widow's gaze is fixed on an urn placed beside her. This urn holds the ashes of her departed husband, serving as a poignant reminder of their eternal bond even in death. The intricate details and delicate brushstrokes bring out the emotions portrayed on her face - anguish mixed with acceptance. Rossetti's affiliation with the Pre-Raphaelite movement is evident through his meticulous attention to botanical elements within this piece. Each rose represents not only love but also carries symbolic meanings associated with botany and natural history. "The Roman Widow" invites viewers to contemplate themes such as love, loss, and remembrance while appreciating Rossetti's mastery in capturing human emotions through artistry. This timeless masterpiece can be found at Museo de Arte de Ponce in Puerto Rico where it continues to captivate audiences from around the world.
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