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A Study, 1865-66. Creator: Julia Margaret Cameron
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A Study, 1865-66. Creator: Julia Margaret Cameron
A Study, 1865-66. Also titled After Perugino / The Annunciation, it is one of more than 130 religiously themed images inspired by Camerons Christian devotion and her admiration of Italian painting of the early Renaissance
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Albumen Photograph Angel Gabriel Annunciation Artistic Style Blessed Cameron Cameron Julia Margaret Devotion Devotional Gift Holy Julia Margaret Julia Margaret Cameron Pre Raphaelite Pre Raphaelite Brotherhood Present Sacred Sepia Soft Focus Studies White Lily
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A Study, 1865-66
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by Julia Margaret Cameron is a captivating albumen photograph that showcases the artist's deep Christian devotion and admiration for Italian painting of the early Renaissance. This religiously themed image, also known as "After Perugino / The Annunciation" is one among more than 130 such images created by Cameron during her artistic career. In this print, we witness an ethereal scene depicting the angel Gabriel announcing the blessed event of the Annunciation to the Virgin Mary. Cameron's artistic style, reminiscent of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, adds a touch of soft focus and sepia tone to evoke a sense of timelessness. The composition beautifully captures Mary's devout expression as she receives this divine message with grace and humility. Surrounding her are delicate flowers symbolizing purity and innocence while a white lily rests gently in her hands representing her immaculate conception. Cameron's attention to detail is evident in every aspect of this portrait; from the intricate folds in Mary's garments to the play of light on her face, each element contributes to an overall sense of sacredness. Through this photograph, Cameron invites us into a moment frozen in time where faith meets artistry. Today, housed within The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection, "A Study" stands as a testament to Julia Margaret Cameron's remarkable talent and enduring legacy as one of Britain’s most influential female photographers.
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