Proserpine by Dante Gabriel Rossetti
Dante Gabriel Rossetti, an English artist and poet, created several paintings depicting Proserpine, a mythological Empress of the Roman deity Hades, who is trapped in the underworld holding a deadly pomegranate in her hand. He also wrote a sonnet to go along with the painting, which is written in English on the artwork with his name signed on a scroll.
Preceding this version which was painted in 1882, W.A. Turner purchased a rendition of this exquisite artwork in the year 1877. In a letter addressed to the esteemed patron, Rossetti eloquently elucidated the profound essence of his masterpiece.
The figure represents Proserpine as Empress of Hades. After she was conveyed by Pluto to his realm, and became his bride, her mother Ceres importuned Jupiter for her return to earth, and he was prevailed on to consent to this, provided only she had not partaken of any of the fruits of Hades. It was found, however, that she had eaten one grain of a pomegranate, and this enchained her to her new empire and destiny. She is represented in a gloomy corridor of her palace, with the fatal fruit in her hand. As she passes, a gleam strikes on the wall behind her form some inlet suddenly opened, and admitting for a moment the light of the upper world; and she glances furtively towards it, immersed in thought.
Jane Morris A Pre-Raphaelite Model
Jane Morris, the wife of William Morris and talented embroiderer, is the model for the painting “Proserpine,” she represented the Pre-Raphaelite’s ideal of beauty. In the painting, Jane Morris’s presence is nothing short of spellbinding, as her strong features, graceful posture, and mesmerising gaze effortlessly draw the viewer into a world of enchantment and mystery. Rossetti’s meticulous attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke, from the ornate drapery that adorns Jane’s figure to the vibrant array of colours that illuminate the composition.
The Printing Process
In collaboration with our global printing partners, we use the latest cutting-edge technology to make our Giclée fine art prints. The artwork is printed on museum-quality 200gsm paper, which emphasises the varied highlights and tones. Giclée printing offers the highest quality and produces incredible pictures with long lasting amazing colours.
PRODUCT FEATURES
- Giclée fine art print
- Size: (W) 50cm (H) 100cm (D) 3.3cm approx
- Framed and ready to hang on your wall
- Museum-quality paper (200gsm) with matte-finish
- Handcrafted solid wood frame
- Shatter-proof PERSPEX® glass with UV protection
- Choose from a wide range of frame colours
Picture Framing
Our highly skilled artisans carefully craft and hand-stain each frame, applying a special wax to enhance the wood’s finish. When you purchase a fine art print from us, it will arrive framed and ready to hang on your wall. We use shatter-proof PERSPEX® acrylic glass with UV protection to help prevent fading. To showcase your picture, PERSPEX® is a considerably safer alternative to glass since it is less likely to break. Our solid wood frames come in various colours such as black, brown, white, or natural shade.
Shipping
Your framed art print will be sent using a tracked courier service such as FEDEX or UPS in a double-wall cardboard box to ensure maximum protection. International shipping is available, you may be subject to import duties, taxes, and customs charges.
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