GENERAL DESCRIPTION
This study reveals Edward Burne-Jones' original design for a character from the tale of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. Heavy panels of fabric fold over the full-length figure. In the upper corner, Burne-Jones sketches thin, straight lines to design the face and shoulders of the character. In the completed painting, The Dream of Sir Lancelot at the Chapel of the San Graal, this figure is the angel who warns Lancelot that he will not find the Holy Grail because of his affair with Lady Guinevere, wife of King Arthur.
Uninspired by the gritty smoke stacks of Industrial Revolution England, artists like Burne-Jones turned to subjects from grander ages of British history. The popularity of medieval literature in late-19th century Britain demonstrates the public's affinity for all things chivalric, heroic, and Christian. Myths and legends encourage seeking ambitious, seemingly unattainable ideals and thus were often inspiration for Symbolists.
Excerpt from
DMA label copy, 2010.
NOTES
Created 19th century
Changed date from 19th century to c. 1893 based on William Morris commission date of 1890 and artist's death in 1898. JR
Checked Piction
April 2010
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Artist/designers
Burne-Jones, Edward (British, 1833-1898)
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Place of origin: London (England): TGN: 7011781
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Chalk on brown paper
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13311724: UMO Burne-Jones, Oxford and the Pre-Raphaelites
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- WikiArt~View another study associated with The Dream of Lancelot.
- Birmingham Museum and Art Galleries~Check out this photogravure of The Dream of Sir Lancelot at the Chapel of the San Graal.
- Southampton City Art Gallery~View the painting The Dream of Sir Lancelot at the Chapel of the San Graal.
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General Description
This study reveals Edward Burne-Jones' original design for a character from the tale of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. Heavy panels of fabric fold over the full-length figure. In the upper corner, Burne-Jones sketches thin, straight lines to design the face and shoulders of the character. In the completed painting, The Dream of Sir Lancelot at the Chapel of the San Graal, this figure is the angel who warns Lancelot that he will not find the Holy Grail because of his affair with Lady Guinevere, wife of King Arthur.
Uninspired by the gritty smoke stacks of Industrial Revolution England, artists like Burne-Jones turned to subjects from grander ages of British history. The popularity of medieval literature in late-19th century Britain demonstrates the public's affinity for all things chivalric, heroic, and Christian. Myths and legends encourage seeking ambitious, seemingly unattainable ideals and thus were often inspiration for Symbolists.
Excerpt from
DMA label copy, 2010.
Fun Facts
Archival Resources
Web Resources
- WikiArt~View another study associated with The Dream of Lancelot.
- Birmingham Museum and Art Galleries~Check out this photogravure of The Dream of Sir Lancelot at the Chapel of the San Graal.
- Southampton City Art Gallery~View the painting The Dream of Sir Lancelot at the Chapel of the San Graal.
Notes
Created 19th century
Changed date from 19th century to c. 1893 based on William Morris commission date of 1890 and artist's death in 1898. JR
Checked Piction
April 2010
Catalogue essays
Artist/designers
Burne-Jones, Edward (British, 1833-1898)
Cultures
Geography
Place of origin: London (England): TGN: 7011781
Process/materials
Chalk on brown paper
Historical periods
Individuals
Subject terms
RELATED OBJECTS
PROVENANCE
AUDIO ASSETS
13311724: UMO Burne-Jones, Oxford and the Pre-Raphaelites
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