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Mary Shelley, an idealised portrait created after her death (oil on enamel)
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Mary Shelley, an idealised portrait created after her death (oil on enamel)
XJF366829 Mary Shelley, an idealised portrait created after her death (oil on enamel) by Easton, Reginald (1807-93); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley (1797-1851) nee Godwin, British writer; married the poet Percy Bysshe Shelley (1792-1822); wrote Frankenstein: or, The Modern Prometheus in 1818; ); English, out of copyright
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Posthumous Romanticised Mary Shelley
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This portrait of Mary Shelley, created after her untimely demise, captures the essence of her enigmatic persona. Painted by Reginald Easton in oil on enamel, this idealized representation showcases Shelley's youthful beauty and intellect. Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, born in 1797 and married to renowned poet Percy Bysshe Shelley, left an indelible mark on literature with her groundbreaking novel "Frankenstein: or, The Modern Prometheus" published in 1818. This gothic masterpiece continues to resonate with readers today. In this posthumous portrayal, we see a young woman whose eyes exude intelligence and creativity. Her head is slightly tilted as if lost in deep thought or contemplating the depths of human nature that she so brilliantly explored through her writing. The artist skillfully romanticizes Mary Shelley's features while maintaining a sense of realism. The soft brushstrokes bring out the delicate contours of her face and emphasize the ethereal quality that surrounded this literary icon. As we gaze upon this portrait, we are reminded not only of Mary Shelley's immense talent but also of the enduring power of imagination and its ability to shape our understanding of humanity. It serves as a poignant tribute to one of history's most influential female writers whose legacy continues to inspire generations worldwide.
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