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Elaine the Lily - Maid of Astolat, 1874. Creator: Julia Margaret Cameron
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Elaine the Lily - Maid of Astolat, 1874. Creator: Julia Margaret Cameron
Elaine the Lily - Maid of Astolat, 1874. A seated woman (May Prinsep) in profile with long unbound hair. A photographic illustration to Alfred Tennysons " Idylls of the King" ; a series of narrative poems based on the legends of King Arthur
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Elaine the Lily - Maid of Astolat, 1874 - A Captivating Portrait by Julia Margaret Cameron
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. In this mesmerizing photograph captured in 1874, titled "Elaine the Lily - Maid of Astolat" we are transported to a world of Arthurian legends and poetic beauty. Created by the talented photographer Julia Margaret Cameron, this image serves as a photographic illustration to Alfred Tennyson's renowned work, "Idylls of the King". The focal point of the composition is a seated woman named May Prinsep, depicted in profile with her long unbound hair cascading down her back. May embodies Elaine, also known as the Maid of Astolat from Tennyson's poem. Her serene expression and delicate features exude an air of mystery and enchantment. Cameron's artistic style shines through in every detail; she skillfully captures May against a backdrop adorned with lilies – symbols of purity and love. The soft lighting enhances both May's natural beauty and the ethereal atmosphere surrounding her. This portrait transports us to another time and place—a glimpse into Arthurian legend brought to life through photography. It invites us to delve deeper into Tennyson's narrative poems while appreciating Cameron's mastery behind the lens. Now housed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, this exquisite piece stands as a testament to both Cameron's talent as an artist and her contribution to nineteenth-century photography. Through this print, we can truly appreciate how art intertwines literature, nature, history, and human emotion into one timeless masterpiece.
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