The artwork, titled “Monna Vanna,” was created by the esteemed artist Dante Gabriel Rossetti in the year 1866. Executed with oil on canvas, this piece belongs to the Romanticism art movement and is classified as a portrait. The dimensions of the artwork are 116.8 by 9.2 cm. It is currently located at Tate Britain in London, UK.
The artwork features a noble woman adorned in opulent attire, characterized by richly patterned gold and cream robes. The subject’s auburn hair is elaborately styled, further embellished with ornate hairpins and large gold earrings. Her serene yet commanding presence is accentuated by the intricate fan held delicately in her right hand and the multiple strands of red beads draped around her neck. The background is understated yet elegant, with a subtle arrangement of pale flowers visible in the upper right corner, providing a contrast to the luxurious yet somewhat somber color palette of her garment and the setting. The meticulous details and lush textures exemplify Rossetti’s mastery and the romantic idealization prevalent in his work.
