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Souls on the bank of the Styx (pencil on paper)
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Souls on the bank of the Styx (pencil on paper)
PNH452502 Souls on the bank of the Styx (pencil on paper) by Burne-Jones, Edward Coley (1833-98); 24.1x16.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: study for Souls by the Styx ; ); Photo ePeter Nahum at The Leicester Galleries, London; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23489016
© Peter Nahum at The Leicester Galleries, London / Bridgeman Images
Afterlife Back View Comfort Comforting Embrace Embracing Frightened Hades Hell Huddled Hugging Hunched Soul Souls Styx Underworld Fear Pre Raphaelite
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This pencil sketch by Edward Coley Burne-Jones, titled "Souls on the bank of the Styx" transports us to a mythical realm where fear and comfort intertwine. The image depicts a group of huddled figures standing along the riverbank, their backs turned towards us. In this study for his larger work "Souls by the Styx". Burne-Jones masterfully captures the essence of human vulnerability and longing. The scene exudes an aura of both trepidation and solace as these souls find themselves in the underworld, awaiting their fate. Some embrace each other tightly, seeking comfort amidst their fear. Their nakedness symbolizes a raw exposure to judgment and uncertainty in this mythological afterlife. Burne-Jones' meticulous attention to detail is evident in every stroke of his pencil, bringing life to each figure's posture and expression. Through his pre-Raphaelite style, he infuses this piece with emotional depth that resonates with viewers today. As we gaze upon this intimate moment frozen in time, we are reminded of our own mortality and contemplate what lies beyond our earthly existence. This powerful image serves as a reminder that even in moments of darkness and uncertainty, there is always room for compassion and support among fellow souls on this journey through life or into the depths of Hades itself.
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