Pygmalion And The Image - The Soul Attains

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"Pygmalion and the Image - The Soul Attains" by Edward Burne-Jones is part of a series illustrating the story of Pygmalion from Ovid's "Metamorphoses". This particular painting captures a poignant moment in the narrative, where the sculpture Pygmalion created and fell in love with comes to life, embodying the theme of art becoming reality through the power of love and desire.In the painting, the figure of Pygmalion kneels in awe and reverence before his creation, who stands nude, her gaze modestly averted. The interaction between them is tender and filled with emotion, as Pygmalion gently holds her hand, symbolically bridging the gap between creator and creation. The environment around them suggests a classical setting, with architectural elements like columns and arches, adding to the mythological ambiance of the story.The use of color is subtle yet rich, focusing much attention on the lifelike texture of the skin and the detailed expressions of both characters. Burne-Jones’ skill in depicting both the physical and the emotional is evident, making this artwork not just a visual representation but also a narrative piece that speaks of transformation, creation, and the realization of ideals.

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Sir Edward Burne-Jones (1833-1898) was a British designer and Victorian narrative painter. He was born in Birmingham to a picture-framer. He intended to become a minister and studied theology at Oxford. However, his life took a turn when he met William Morris. Together they formed The Brotherhood, a society worshipping the poets and architecture of the middle ages. They both worked together on several projects for Morris & Co. Burne-Jones designed tapestries, jewellery, sculptures, ceramics, furniture and stained glass for the company. His artworks truly captured the spirit of the nineteenth century and the Arts and Crafts movement. In recent decades his art has had a renaissance and become among the most expensive pre-raphaelite artworks to be sold at auction.