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DiaporamaThe Pained Heart (aka Sigh no more, ladies, sigh no more'')''
1867
94.0 x 110.0 cm
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Symbolism and Meaning
The Pained Heart is often interpreted as a symbol of love and longing. The woman in the painting appears to be lost in thought, while the man plays his violin, creating a sense of melancholy and introspection. The use of color and light in the painting adds to the overall mood, with soft hues and gentle shadows creating a sense of warmth and intimacy. Key Features of the painting include:- The use of oil on canvas, which allows for rich and vibrant colors
- The attention to detail in the depiction of the woman and the man
- The symbolism of the violin, which represents music and emotion
Availability and Reproduction
The original Pained Heart painting is a rare and valuable work of art, but reproductions are available for those who appreciate its beauty. ArtsDot.com offers handmade oil paintings reproductions of the Pained Heart, allowing art lovers to own a piece of history. For more information on Arthur Hughes and his works, visit ArtsDot.com or the Tate Britain museum in London.The Pained Heart is a masterpiece that continues to inspire and captivate art lovers around the world. Its beauty, symbolism, and emotional depth make it a significant work in the history of art, and its reproductions are a testament to the enduring power of Arthur Hughes' vision.
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Artist Biography
early life and training
arthur hughes, a british painter and illustrator associated with the pre-raphaelite brotherhood, was born in london on january 27, 1832. in 1846, he entered the art school at somerset house, where his first master was alfred stevens. later, he attended the royal academy schools, where he met john everett millais and holman hunt, becoming a part of the pre-raphaelite group of painters.notable works and style
hughes' first picture, musidora, was exhibited at the royal academy when he was just 17. he continued to contribute to the royal academy and later to the grosvenor and new gallery exhibitions almost annually. his best-known works include april love and the long engagement, which depict troubled couples contemplating the transience of love and beauty, inspired by john everett millais's earlier "couple" paintings.personal life and legacy
in 1855, hughes married tryphena foord, who was his model for april love. he died in kew green, london, on december 22, 1915, leaving behind approximately 700 known paintings and drawings, along with over 750 book illustrations. his daughter, emily, had to destroy his preparatory sketches and private papers due to a shortage of space after her mother's death in 1921.artistic style and influences
magical, glowing coloring and delicate draughtsmanship characterize hughes' works. he was also influenced by the writer george macdonald, for whom he illustrated some books, and produced numerous illustrations for norman macleod's monthly magazine, good words.- view more of arthur hughes' artworks on ArtsDot
- read more about arthur hughes on wikipedia
- explore the timeline of art movements to understand the context of pre-raphaelite art
key works and exhibitions
- april love, 1855 (exhibited at grosvenor gallery) - the long engagement, 1862 (exhibited at new gallery) - musidora, 1849 (exhibited at the royal academy)notable museums and collections
- toledo museum of art (features hughes' ophelia) - victoria and albert museum (holds several of hughes' illustrations)
Arthur Hughes
1832 - 1915 , United Kingdom
Quick Facts
- Artistic Movement Or Style: Pre-Raphaelite
- Artists Or Movements Influenced By This Artist: ['John Everett Millais']
- Artists Who Influenced This Artist:
- Alfred Stevens
- George Macdonald
- Date Of Birth: January 27, 1832
- Date Of Death: December 22, 1915
- Full Name: Arthur Hughes
- Nationality: British
- Notable Artworks:
- April Love
- The Long Engagement
- Musidora
- Place Of Birth: London, United Kingdom
