This book focuses on Sir Edward Burne-Jones' mythical paintings from 1868 to 1886 and analyzes two main concepts: Burne-Jones' assimilation of Neoplatonic ideal beauty as depicted in his solo and narrative paintings, and Burne-Jones' fusion of the classical and emblematic traditions in his imagery.
This book focuses on Sir Edward Burne-Jones' mythical paintings from 1868 to 1886. His artistic training and traveling experiences, his love for the Greek-sculptress, Maria Zambaco, and his aesthetic sensibility provided the background for these mythical paintings. This book analyzes two main concepts: Burne-Jones' assimilation of Neoplatonic ideal beauty as depicted in his solo and narrative paintings, and Burne-Jones' fusion of the classical and emblematic traditions in his imagery.
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Contents: Paragone: Edward Burne-Jones and Italian Renaissance Artists - Edward Burne-Jones' Interpretation of Botticelli's Female Imagery: Paragone and Rinascita - Edward Burne-Jones' Love Among the Ruins and Francesco Colonna's Dream of Poliphilo: A Paragone of Love - Sagas of Love, Enchantment, and Strife - Edward Burne-Jones' Pygmalion and Galatea: A Transformation of Love - Edward Burne-Jones' Cupid and Psyche: An Ardent Tale - Edward Burne-Jones' Romaunt of the Rose: A Quest for Love - Edward Burne-Jones' Andromeda and Perseus: An Ovidian Tale - Edward Burne-Jones' The Story of Troy: A Saga of Love and Strife - Edward Burne-Jones' Love Songs: Art, Music, and Magic - The Fair Lady and The Virgin in Pre-Raphaelite Art: The Evolution of a Societal Myth - Edward Burne-Jones' The Sirens: Magical Whispers.
