The artwork, titled “Sibylla Delphica,” was created by the artist Edward Burne-Jones in the year 1868. This painting belongs to the Romanticism art movement and falls within the genre of mythological painting.
In the artwork, a woman is portrayed in a classical pose, standing gracefully within a stone doorway. She is dressed in a flowing, orange-hued gown that elegantly drapes around her form, emphasizing the folds and texture of the fabric. Her head is adorned with a soft, seemingly metallic headdress, which complements her serene expression. In her hands, she holds branches of laurel leaves, symbolizing victory and prophecy. Behind her, there is a table bearing a sacrificial flame, adding to the mystical and sacred atmosphere of the scene. The overall composition and details reflect the romanticized interpretation of ancient mythology, characteristic of Burne-Jones’ style within the Romanticism movement.
