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Orpheus and Eurydice

Edward Coley, Sir Burne-Jones , 1866

Orpheus and Eurydice, by Edward Coley, Sir Burne-Jones, graphite, 1866
Orpheus and Eurydice, by Edward Coley, Sir Burne-Jones, graphite, 1866

Orpheus and Eurydice is a graphite drawing by the Romanticist artist Edward Coley, Sir Burne-Jones. It dates from 1866 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

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Inscribed:lower right in black chalk: E B-J

About this work

Overview

Orpheus and Eurydice is a drawing created by Sir Edward Coley Burne-Jones in 1866, rendered in black and white chalk with graphite on brown paper.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a scene from ancient myth, where Orpheus glances back at Eurydice as they exit the Underworld, a moment that seals their fate. The figures' sorrowful and yearning expressions convey the emotional weight of the narrative.

Technique & Style

The work showcases Burne-Jones's characteristic dreamy quality, achieved through the use of chalk and graphite on brown paper, which lends a soft, melancholic atmosphere to the scene.

Artist & collection

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Orpheus and Eurydice?

Orpheus and Eurydice was painted by Edward Coley, Sir Burne-Jones in 1866.

Where can I see Orpheus and Eurydice?

Orpheus and Eurydice is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Orpheus and Eurydice?

Orpheus and Eurydice is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Orpheus and Eurydice?

Museum-quality prints of Orpheus and Eurydice are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.