The expression on the young man’s face in particular is so tender yet resolute. It’s an amazing demonstration of the artist’s conceptual power and skill.
In the opera this painting is based on, she actually converted to protestantism after she failed to convince him, they got married hastily and died as martyres that same night, her own father killed them, not knowing it was his daughter... opera is just so powerful and emotional 🥺
The man’s tender and heartwarming gaze towards his lover is literally captivating. The symbolism and meaning of the painting is so complex- yet simple at the same time.
You are correct but I don’t think it should be available to read at first. I think the general rule should be engaging the piece solely on it’s presentation, what it makes you think, how it makes you feel, what appeals to you? Then a book or placard you can reveal for more information, the backstory anything extremely relevant and then engage it again and see how your perceptions changed. Well, I shouldn’t say it should be a rule, that’s just how I like to do it. They same life imitates art, so I find it entertaining how my first glance and perception is typically wrong until I look at it again with more information and get a more whole picture. Kind of like the news today, ir short out of context clips, just not nearly as beautiful and with far more repercussions.
You can actually imagine the pain in her eyes and his gentle, small smile is soo perfect, it expresses that he’s trying to convince her to let him go.. just like a movie scene. Soooo captivating and beautiful but the meaning behind it just added more value to this piece of art!
@@ExSuPiO1 well if a stick man has a detailed face such as this one, then you sure can! It’s called micro expressions. Their comment isn’t really pretentious its just admiration 🧍🏻
seeing paintings like this in a museum without any context is so sad, these stories should always be added, always. you cant appreciate the full extent of the work until you know
I kind of disagree, I think your first viewing of a work of art should be pretty raw so it doesn't take away from the image itself and so long as the story is documented you can always look it up online or in a book. Then you can get the full picture and meaning and I think that heightens the experience.
@@otimo144 I agree, but having looked at it, and having formed your opinion, it would be nice to then learn about the historical context and perhaps what the artist meant by it (if the artist is willing to say, which is often not the case).
Never in my life have I seen love portrayed so perfectly as in this painting. The woman’s devotion and heartbreak are plain to see and the man’s adoration and acceptance of his fate are palpable
The man knows he is going to be with Jesus. ♥️know♥️ 1 John 5 KJV 13 These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God. 1 Corinthians 15 KJV 1 Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; 2 By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. 3 For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; 4 And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures: Romans 3 KJV 25 Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God;
It's absolutely amazing how the emotions of both subjects in the painting were conveyed with flawless excellence. At first glance you would think that two people just looking at each other seem emotionless and stone-faced. However, in this painting, and even without the background story, you can easily see the look of love and worrisome concern in the woman's face as she tries to tie the ribbon around the man's arm, and then notice how the man looks at her with reassurance and courage, telling her he doesn't need the ribbon. The whole story is told with those looks alone. Simply incredible.
@@meridaskywalker7816 , I am really glad that you liked them! The triumph in the face of the Scottish woman who has probably walked a long way in her bare feet carrying that baby. Th joyful dog! And the relief in the face of the Mother, and the way the little girl is struggling to get into her arms. They are two interesting women- the red-head is the beautiful Lizie Siddal, adored by Dante Gabriel Rossetti, and a favourite model. Th Scottish girl is perhaps a more interesting story. Sh was Effie Gray, and was married to the aesthetic art critic, John Ruskin, of who Millais painted a superb portrait. Ruskin married Effie because she seemed as beautiful as a Greek statue.... but when she took her clothes off....Oh Horror! She had hair in places that Ruskin never expected! He was too sensitive to consummate his marriage! While in Switzerland, Ruskin ordered a painting of his wife (with all her clothes on, of course). Effie sat, and Millais painted. Effie, of course, had a chaperone. She confessed to this older woman that her marriage was not quite satisfactory. The woman, noticing a certain warmth between the artist and his sitter, told him. Millais and Effie eloped to London, where she was found by a doctor to be a virgin. The marriage was promptly annulled, and they were able to marry without scandal, leaving Ruskin to pursue his refined and celibate existence. The portrait of Ruskin is a masterpiece.
He has the most calm and peaceful expression, as if saying 'don't worry dear, everything is okay' with his eyes. He let go of his worries and fears, all he thinks about is how much he loves her. It really captivated me.
He Knows he is going to be with Jesus. ♥️know♥️ 1 John 5 KJV 13 These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God. 1 Corinthians 15 KJV 1 Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; 2 By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. 3 For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; 4 And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures: Romans 3 KJV 25 Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God;
Yeah, I admire this piece. He found Heaven and he wasn’t going back to Hell on Earth. It’s a very strong stance. He’s thinking, “Jesus brought me an Angel and I’d rather die than let anyone ruin this for me.”
i never thought i’d be this invested in “boring old paintings,” it’s really opening my eyes to how intricate they are and the stories behind all of them! love this series
It's like free speed art classes. I wish this is what art taught in my school, not just 'here's clay, make a pot in this style, but we'll not teach you about the style'.
@@nachgeben i'm not offended, i'm amused how someone can consider those boring and never looked it up. They are so lucky to discover so many good paintings!
I love this. She is like, "please wear this so you don't die" and he is all, "no babe, I am not going to pretend to be Catholic." His smile is evidence that he truly believes what he is saying, regarding his faith. One of them could have decided to convert, for love, but they didn't. Pretty powerful stuff.
@@manbeckl Religion is the cause of many ills. Christianity was spread for 2000 years through rape, slavery and genocide. The bad work of fiction endorses it.
Whoever of them convertsion would mean being rejected from their family and their social circle. Not an easy thing to do and more in those times when people were killing each other in the name of their own view of God.
As someone with absolutely no knowledge of art other than "I think I like that," I am loving this series. Obviously I know that paintings are full symbolism. But learning the history, focusing on the details and having the symbolism explained is awesome!
@Telleva I think art and learning about should be fun. It shouldn't feel like a struggle or assignment Just because it can be really deep, that doesn't mean you always have to go there. Your friend wants you to appreciate his relationship with art without respecting that your relationship with it is different.
@Telleva Why can't you be that friend? I'm pretty sure you expect him to do things he otherwise doesn't care about, which he obliges because you're his friend, but you can't do the same back? That's very selfish of you.
As a person who doesn't "understand" art, I really appreciate the explanation of this and the historical perspective of this piece. I love his history, so your explanation really brought meaning to me. I get it now! I just found your channel so hopefully I will be able to dig deeper. BTW, my brother graduated in Art Science and my sister graduated with a Graphic Art degree. I appreciate art, but I don't understand it. My brain has a hard time understanding it.
I’m an aspiring animator and one thing a lot of people in this category don’t discuss too much is the fine art of the past centuries. You’ll get some coverage of more modern art, 20th century at the latest, but never the relics of the past. That’s why I’m so glad I found this channel. You discuss pieces with qualities that have been overlooked in a lot of art circles, and in an in-depth way that’s not pretentious or boring. You have a sense of humor and subtle bubbly-ness. Glad I found and subbed to this channel!
Disney tend does. That's one thing they have going for them, they do at least some research into the time period. But it'd be great to see more of it. I love stylised media and animation, I hope you do well in your career and we get to see your work!
Appreciate you for saying this cause I wasn't about to listen to an 8 min video I was trying to skim through just visually and see if any hidden details were in the painting but your comment prompted me to listen and receive the appropriate context. Really good video.
Presumably then you've long since discovered "Great Art Explained"? -- It's definitely my favorite _(mostly)_ traditional art analysis channel on YT... ruclips.net/user/GreatArtExplainedvideos -- I've watched the 3-parter _(total of 50 minutes)_ on Bosch's Garden of Earthly Delights at least half a dozen times _(it's like a reluctant H.R. Geiger getting roped into designing the latest _Where's Waldo?_ but then again, maybe it was more like a Mad Magazine fold-in"...)_ and I particularly like the ones about The Arnolfini Portrait _(Jan Van Eyck),_ The Taking of Christ _(Caravaggio's),_ and one of my favorite paintings ever... The Raft of the Medusa _(Géricault)._
Because modern painters can't paint in the academic style. It takes too much skill and too long. Whereas modern styles can be produced quickly and the creator need not know nor understand allegory. Which is sad. Modernism deliberately dumbs down not only the creators, but also those whom pretend to like it.
Knowing the background story of a painting makes it all the more impactful. This scene which seemed so romantic had become so tragic. It made me appreciate it even more.
As a Protestant, the story behind this painting really moved me. The look of peace and acceptance on his face, knowing he would be martyred is very Christ-like to me. Thank you explaining the context of this painting.. it really is tragic yet beautiful.
Salvation is a free gift. That’s why the man takes the arm band off he knows he’s going to be with Jesus. ♥️know♥️ 1 John 5 KJV 1 These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God. 1 Corinthians 15 KJV 1 Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; 2 By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. 3 For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; 4 And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures: Romans 3 KJV 25 Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God; 🎁 Ephesians 2 KJV 8 For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: 9 Not of works, lest any man should boast.
I adore Pre-Raphaelite art, and it's precisely because of pieces like this. One innocuous armband and the expressions on the couple's faces suddenly throw us into a deep and tragic story rooted in love, faith, and history. A stunning work, although that always goes without saying when discussing the Pre-Raphaelites ❤
Flower symbolism in this artwork: the artist could have chosen any number of attractive plants as background, so I think there's a strong chance that the choice of plant species is deliberate. The ivy symbolises love and fidelity - obviously that represents the couple. The orange nasturtium flower next to the man's calf symbolises patriotism and victory. I think it means that he believes in his cause, and and anticipates that he will win. For him, victory may be a spiritual one, meaning he gains a place in heaven, and the certainty to meet his love again later on in the afterlife. For him it may not necessarily mean that he will save his life when the mob attack him.
There's a whole "language of flowers",I find it absolutely fascinating. Although there are some variations, often determined by the country & the era, the meanings behind the flowers are often pretty similar. I do wonder how many times the messages were misinterpreted!
This comment right here, and the one reply above me by Ann Em is what I live for No seriously, I insert flower language in my art for years now, and when I see ppl who know about its very existance is so heartwarming for me! We may doesn't know each other and probably never will, but I love you guys! I hope you're gonna have a great day!
@@cecily796 I don’t know as much about the topic as I would hope, sadly. I find it fascinating - the meanings behind individual blooms, how that meaning was derived, the way bouquets or posies were put together in order to convey feelings ( positive & negative), the similarities and/or differences depending on both culture & era, I could go on! As you said, we’re complete strangers but we have a common love of beauty & its various expressions. I wish you all the best with your art, I’m sure it brings you great joy, something we ALL need.
A spiritual victory isn't getting your place in heaven. A spiritual victory is giving your life for other people or for a just spiritual cause, even when you don't know what the result will be - neither on Earth, nor in heaven.
Also in the original painting there is what appears to be white columbines behind the girl on the leftmost edge of the painting. It could symbolize her purity in the action she is attempting to execute
What I love about these old paintings is just how much context and history are hidden within them. They become so much more than a pretty picture when you know the story
this is one of my favorite pieces of all time. its one of the most heart-wrenching and beautiful pieces like, in general, let alone during this period. the intent and the look in their eyes is so incredibly timeless. we talked about this in my art history course, and even not being religious myself i was genuinely on the verge of crying. maybe that just me being hyper empathetic or something but good god it gets me every time 😭 im so glad you covered this here!!
Oh my god, I literally teared up too! I'm not an art enthusiast by any means, but this work was so beautiful and the story behind it so tragic. It inspires me to work on my own art skills.
I'm definitely not religious and I teared up. I hadn't known about this painting before. One of the many reasons I'm not religious is the conceit of insisting that one's own narrow path of "faith" is the only one acceptable, and the resulting tragedies that have followed and continue to follow. This work captures that and makes it intensely personal to the young lovers depicted.
Thank you, I enjoyed your exposé. Their expression is remarkably different. She is desperate to save him, he has the peace of giving up life enjoying the last moments of it.
Because of the constant persecution by the catholics, many huguenots would flee in the following centuries to other countries, like the religiously and politically fragmented Germany. Many french families settled in places where protestants were accepted, and brought parts of their culture with them. This is also how many classic french fairy tales from the 17th and 18th century, by authors like Charles Perrault or Madame d'Aulnoy reappear in the 19th century german folk tale collection by the Grimm brothers.
@@naly202 Little Red Riding Hood wears a red baret style hat, actually, *because she is huegenott*. But the Grimms sold those fairy tales as German, even though they had them from a Girl whose Nanny was... French. Yup.
Way back in the dark annals of my ancestry is a Huguenot, who was granted a “plantation” in Maryland. It is through him that I found I was distantly related to my favorite uncle, my mother’s sister’s husband.
During WW II 5,000 Huguenots saved 5,000 Jews. A son of one of those saved heard a little from his parents, but they wouldn't speak much about their experiences. He started investigating, and ended up making a documentary film. I am very sorry I don't remember the name or anyway to find it on RUclips. It was a conspiracy of goodness, he says. Oh. I just googled that and found a hit: Kupferberg Holocaust Center has info. The Huguenots knew what it was like to be persecuted, so made a community decision to save as many persecuted Jews as they could.
I have Huguenots (pronounced HUE-gen-ohs, hard g) in my ancestry, so this is a really moving painting for me. Millais did a stunning job of capturing the lovers' emotions at this agonizing moment -- the agony in her eyes, the "peace that passes understanding" in his. Heartwrenching. It was also fascinating to find out what the pre-Raphaelites were about. I've heard the term hundreds of times over my lifeteme, but never took time to find out what it meant. Very informative video.
This is absolutely beautiful! My husband and I got married 20 years ago. I was a Protestant and he was a Catholic. His family tried to pull us apart. Our love for each other and our true love for Jesus, not religion was able to overcome every obstacle and we are happily married to this day with three beautiful children.
I know that it's none of my business and I am sorry if I offend but are your kids catholic of protestants? Your husband's family was probably afraid that that he or your children will leave Catholic church. I just want to know who won...
@@eleigar1 we decided to be non denominational. We baptized our kids in the Catholic church so his parents felt better, but my teenager decided to be re baptized when she knew that she wanted to be a follower of Jesus herself. I take my kids to a non-denominational church on Sundays, and my husband takes the kids to a Catholic church on holidays and whenever his parents are visiting. As a family we decided to be just followers of Jesus Christ, to read the Bible and pray together as a family. Church for us is a place to meet other believers in Jesus and meet community needs. And we can do that at many churches in our neighborhood... So nobody really won. I like to think that Jesus won! Lol us humans like to separate, divide and put denominations on God, but Jesus died for all of us! Not just one denomination 😉.
This is what TRUE love looks like. The expressions on their faces is so heartbreaking knowing their circumstances, yet beautiful because their love for each other is so pure. Truly a masterpiece.
The expression in the young woman’s face, made me mourn for them. True tears stain my cheeks after watching the video. Such beautifully portrayed emotions by the artist. Bravissimo.
Wow, in all my life at high school in art class and at fine arts college NO art history has ever been THIS interesting. I usually hate art history as a subject, but you studying a paintings history is incredible, tells you so much about the people and time and reasons it was done. Wish you were my art teacher back then!
I never thought I'd enjoy much art history, but man, your storytelling approach to the subject really knocks it out of the park. I'm starting to browse your videos on purpose now for the entertainment value, as much as for the historical tidbits. You do a great job! Thanks for expanding my appreciation of art. :)
I picked this painting for my art assignment thanks to your video. I think what makes this painting great is because it can relate to most of its observers experience. Specifically, their first break up. The situation of choosing between something over love is something that everyone has gone through in life at some point, and this painting depicts the subjects masterfully in that situation. The woman's lips' slight quiver and her teary eyes is a face that speaks "don't go," is something most have seen and experienced. Thank you for making me discover my new favorite art.
pieces like these is why i believe AI could never replace real art. the real expressions, storytelling, history behind the art, and all other complexities could never be copied nor generated unlike by some awful made-up code. paintings of such uniqueness should be treasured.
@@jbertucci not taking into account that other art movements exist nowadays other than “modern art” but I can tell your synapses cannot handle that conversation yet.
This is such a beautiful painting both visually and emotionally. I hadn’t understood the armband before, but your discussion has very much deepened my appreciation for this piece. Thank you!
The expressions are so real. I have no doubt the artist spent a lot of time just watching people, mentally storing away moments of emotion. I'm not great at reading faces, but even without a history behind the painting I can see her longing & resignation, his sad resolve and acknowledgement of the pain his choice causes her, and know they will be separated by some impending event. I figured he might be going off to war or something. Timeless. A precious moment caught before the tears start flowing.
I LOVE THIS SERIES OF EXPLAINING THE ART PIECES. IT IS SO FASCINATING TO THINK HOW THE MINDS OF THE ARTISTS BEFORE WORK AND HOW MOST OF THE TIME THEIR WORKS SEEMS SO INNOCENT AND CHARMING AND BEAUTIFUL, YET IT IS DARK AND MIND BOGGLING
@@jigglypuff52 maybe they are extremely enthusiastic about the subject? Or perhaps they are afraid we aren't listening? Or mebbe they don't know they are yelling? Maybe they have a piece of gum under their capslock? Maybe they're waiting for someone to ask them just the question you asked?? Maybe you will never know? Maybe you'll never need to know? Maybe your curiosity is better served elsewhere? Maybe you should try asking a magic eight ball for answers to this question instead of me? Or a ouji board? Maybe, just maybe I'm sarcastic af? Could be... could be. Whoooo knows?
When i see this painting, it feels like i'm watching a sad love story movie. It gives me an emotional feelings. That's why people say " A great work of art has soul". Love this painting ❤️
It's a beautiful painting. But when you know the backstory, it goes from beautiful to truly amazing. But this level of art is so high that literally anyone can enjoy it, even if they only like the clothing style or notice how it's colorful but not garish.
just something about this painting pulls me into it. I just bought a copy of it because of this video, thanks for spreading knowledge about the history on these amazing pieces of art!
Wow. When she explained what their facial expressions were really portraying, you can to tally see it. That is beautiful and HEART BREAKING! Wow! Wow, wow, wow.
Pre-Raphaelites are some of my favourite artists and paintings, but I honestly don't recall this one! (Thank-you for highlighting it.) The contrast in their expressions is really masterful - a wonderful, haunting painting.
Love how you reveal threads of info and weave them together into something that makes these paintings much more interesting than the superficial first look suggests. Thank you.
I've studied paintings in College and have a Degree in Art, but had NO IDEA about "HUGUENOTS." Thank-You so much for your explanation. The portrait is WONDERFUL and COMPELLING!!!! The folds of the clothing, and the expressions on their faces, BEAUTIFUL!!!!
THANK YOU! 😊🌺 I love the pre-raphaelites and it's very interesting and gratifing to hear about the history and culture behind their work. More, please. 😉
Thanks to this channel, I'm finally learning about paintings and the stories behind them! Just realized how little I know about my favourite paintings and how few ones I know. And you are teaching us in a fun and soothing way! Thank You! Thank You so so much!!!
It wasn't until I came across this channel that I realized how much story is hidden in paintings. So thanks ArtDeco. Keep doing what you do-I'll be here enjoying all of it
The way in which you describe the pieces of art, and explain the stories that led to their creation, inspires one to yearn for more knowledge about the “pretty pictures” that are already appreciated for their beauty alone. Thank you for making these videos, and for making art history approachable for a wider audience.
I enjoy and appreciate your compelling narratives concerning artists and their paintings- many of whom I have never heard of. So thank you for your hard work in making these presentations. I learn so much from them. Keep up the hard work!
Noooo! Why did this actually make me cry!!!! Bravo on doing such a good job at explaining the context to historical artwork that I’ll start tearing up while looking at a picture of an inanimate object from over 150 years ago. That true talent on both the artist’s part and yours as well! 💗👏🏻
Thank you for doing what you do. I love learning about these art pieces that I otherwise would never be exposed to. Even if I can't afford to travel to museums, it's channels like yours that keep my brain stimulated. Know that your work is appreciated.
Your analysis is always great, but I especially loved this one. I was an art history student back in the 80s and was especially drawn to the Pre-Raphaelites. This video gave me a lot of insight I hadn’t already known, and that would never have occurred to me. Well done - and keep up the great work!
I respect that you got your Masters of Fine Arts at the University of Terry Gilliam. You learned well. Future generations will benefit from your work. I love it!!!
I love pre-Raphaelite art, it is idealized in it's own way, but something about it captures the grandeur of the human experience in what are often such naturalistic and intimate ways. The fidelity to life, both in the depiction of the human form, but also in how moments like those depicted *feel* is something that captures my attention every time. I find that one cannot look at this style of painting and not feel transported into a moment.
What a tender painting, it's very raw and intimate but I started learning more about its tragic context (the history of how things came to be for the Huegonots and what happened after, and perhaps understanding further how down the line this case of genocide likely propelled further the humanist movements to both take down the monarchy in France as well as push for a clearer separation of church and state so that something this big likely ordered by one ruler in power cannot happen again ). Learning about this carries a grief for the suffering this cycle of needless hate has scarred onto so many groups of people. There's a quiet innocence to this piece that's reflective amidst the background of bloody violence that would unfold at this moment and I'm grateful that we get to see and appreciate this piece centuries later of that moment in time. Divisive hate, be it between religious differences, ethnic groups, economic/ socio-political classes turning people who could have coexisted peacefully is so painful and senseless, I think a lot about the scars it leaves across time and space as we piece together how history unfolded and even now the story these two lovers Everett painted here is a tale that is still felt in other forms in this era and age. I can understand and empathize with both these figures, it's a powerful moment captured in painting centuries after that horrifying moment. Thank you for this video!
I love the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood's work. Thank you for helping me remember I love art history after getting my Master's made me loathe anything to do with the establishment.
I love how you tackle these subjects; the little asides ala Monty Pythonesque figures is a great way to freshen things up while impressing the importance of popular opinion at the time of the artists involved. The context you highlight surrounding the differing styles, movements and philosophies of the artists brings it together & makes all the difference. I know that takes research, so thank you for taking that extra time!
I used to think art history was boring, but I am obsessed with your videos and the information! It's truly amazing and inspiring. I'm an artist myself and art class only ever only told us about who the main artist were and showed a few pieces.., but never the specific pieces and their emotional deep meaning, and impacts in their era, which has always been my way and love of art .. creative pieces that tell a story and that were meaningful ❤️☺️ you have made me love art history. I wish I could've shared these with my grandpa, he taught art history 🥺
Excellent description of the painting, and the Pre-Raphaelites, about whom I wrote articles and essays. Millais was forced by economic needs to become a conventional portrait painter, leaving the PRB behind. He did remain friends with the Brotherhood members, but his work became cloying and "popular". The story is told that when he held a retrospective exhibition late in his life, one room was dedicated to his Pre-Raphaelite works. He is said to have entered that room and emerged weeping.
It'd beautiful and sad and passionate and full of acceptance and non acceptance. The peace he shows and the fear and suffering she is feeling. Its very powerful. Thank you for that amazing video
I love art, I even call myself an artist, yet I have always hated art history.. Until just a few days ago I found your channel, thank you for teaching me so much already, and for making it so engaging. Now I look forward to my little art history lessons. 🧡
I actually REALLY like this painting! Your channel has been so much fun to watch, I’m learning so much, and enjoying every minute of it! Thank you for educating us in such a fun and super interesting way! 💗
I’m not going to comment on the painting today, but on your channel: It’s absolutely great! You do an excellent job explaining both the art work and its context. Every video I’ve watched of yours has held me from beginning to end. And, I always look forward to seeing new ones. Thank you for efforts!
This is a really beautiful painting. Rich in emotion and symbolism, yet beautifully balanced and excellent in composition. I’d be happy to hang it, or a good print or copy of it in my house. I’m glad you explained it, because at first I really though she was holding a knife, and it made no sense.
An excellent essay as always. Thank you. The Huguenot was a sensation when it was exhibited. Visitors crowded in front of it for hours only to return later. Millais made a later copy and several drawn replicas. The face of the Catholic is that of Millais' model Anne Ryan whom he used as the Puritan woman in The Proscribed Royalist of the previous year. The painting's success projected Anne Ryan into the limelight and she did not succeed well in it. In his son John's biography of his father, he writes that his father would not talk about her as he felt he had caused her later unhappiness.
I would love a copy of this in my home. I love paintings that tell a story. One I have in my home has a bride sitting in a pink dress with crushed flowers at her feet and a look of being distraught and in pain. Paintings with real, raw emotions always speak volumes.
I enjoy your explanations of these pieces of art. I’m interested to see how you will if describe art from this century as well. Deco,modern will be a greater challenge I fear. Thank you
I’m somewhat unable to find the details brushed into a painting and I’m glad I found your channel. Thank you so much for your “guidance” and “historical perspective” while allowing me to view this work of art.
The expression on the young man’s face in particular is so tender yet resolute. It’s an amazing demonstration of the artist’s conceptual power and skill.
I agree.
He looks like Ted Cruz
@Newcious . I want to click it but dont wanna get rickrolled.
@@hummus_exual nah guy in the painting is attractive, unlike Ted
@@abcd18802 That's subjective...
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In the opera this painting is based on, she actually converted to protestantism after she failed to convince him, they got married hastily and died as martyres that same night, her own father killed them, not knowing it was his daughter... opera is just so powerful and emotional 🥺
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What is the name of the opera?
@@Chizzle69420 Les Huguenots by Giacomo Meyerbeer 😊
@@serafinadesiree6049 thank you!
Wow, I love this. So sad.
The man’s tender and heartwarming gaze towards his lover is literally captivating.
The symbolism and meaning of the painting is so complex- yet simple at the same time.
It's not complicated but really deep
You are correct but I don’t think it should be available to read at first. I think the general rule should be engaging the piece solely on it’s presentation, what it makes you think, how it makes you feel, what appeals to you?
Then a book or placard you can reveal for more information, the backstory anything extremely relevant and then engage it again and see how your perceptions changed.
Well, I shouldn’t say it should be a rule, that’s just how I like to do it.
They same life imitates art, so I find it entertaining how my first glance and perception is typically wrong until I look at it again with more information and get a more whole picture. Kind of like the news today, ir short out of context clips, just not nearly as beautiful and with far more repercussions.
You can actually imagine the pain in her eyes and his gentle, small smile is soo perfect, it expresses that he’s trying to convince her to let him go.. just like a movie scene. Soooo captivating and beautiful but the meaning behind it just added more value to this piece of art!
You can also look at a stickman drawing and imagine the pain in it's eyes.
just saying lmao
so pretentious
@@ExSuPiO1 dude. . .
@@ExSuPiO1 you must be blind
@@ExSuPiO1 well if a stick man has a detailed face such as this one, then you sure can! It’s called micro expressions. Their comment isn’t really pretentious its just admiration 🧍🏻
@@ExSuPiO1 fyi if you can’t recognize emotions in facial expressions, that is a sign of autism
seeing paintings like this in a museum without any context is so sad, these stories should always be added, always. you cant appreciate the full extent of the work until you know
I long for the day when you can strap on VR glasses and float around a museum and someone can explain any piece to you like this.
@@mitchjohnson4714 Don't they have recorded guided tours you can listen to?
@@AbstractQueer I have been to a museum that has a adjacent earphones nearby that tells something regarding the piece next to it but not all has it.
I kind of disagree, I think your first viewing of a work of art should be pretty raw so it doesn't take away from the image itself and so long as the story is documented you can always look it up online or in a book. Then you can get the full picture and meaning and I think that heightens the experience.
@@otimo144 I agree, but having looked at it, and having formed your opinion, it would be nice to then learn about the historical context and perhaps what the artist meant by it (if the artist is willing to say, which is often not the case).
Never in my life have I seen love portrayed so perfectly as in this painting. The woman’s devotion and heartbreak are plain to see and the man’s adoration and acceptance of his fate are palpable
The man knows he is going to be with Jesus.
♥️know♥️
1 John 5 KJV
13 These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God.
1 Corinthians 15 KJV
1 Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand;
2 By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain.
3 For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures;
4 And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures:
Romans 3 KJV
25 Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God;
Are these tears in my eyes?
The artist really managed to capture the feelings in their faces. It's... fantastic.
It's absolutely amazing how the emotions of both subjects in the painting were conveyed with flawless excellence. At first glance you would think that two people just looking at each other seem emotionless and stone-faced. However, in this painting, and even without the background story, you can easily see the look of love and worrisome concern in the woman's face as she tries to tie the ribbon around the man's arm, and then notice how the man looks at her with reassurance and courage, telling her he doesn't need the ribbon.
The whole story is told with those looks alone. Simply incredible.
Ugh I’m with you. Bloody hell. So sad, so good
If you love this painting by Millais, then look for The Order of Release, and The Rescue by the same artist.
@@MandyJMaddison I did, and....wow. They both have that 'sad story with a happy ending' vibe.
@@meridaskywalker7816 , I am really glad that you liked them!
The triumph in the face of the Scottish woman who has probably walked a long way in her bare feet carrying that baby. Th joyful dog!
And the relief in the face of the Mother, and the way the little girl is struggling to get into her arms.
They are two interesting women- the red-head is the beautiful Lizie Siddal, adored by Dante Gabriel Rossetti, and a favourite model.
Th Scottish girl is perhaps a more interesting story.
Sh was Effie Gray, and was married to the aesthetic art critic, John Ruskin, of who Millais painted a superb portrait.
Ruskin married Effie because she seemed as beautiful as a Greek statue.... but when she took her clothes off....Oh Horror! She had hair in places that Ruskin never expected! He was too sensitive to consummate his marriage!
While in Switzerland, Ruskin ordered a painting of his wife (with all her clothes on, of course). Effie sat, and Millais painted.
Effie, of course, had a chaperone. She confessed to this older woman that her marriage was not quite satisfactory. The woman, noticing a certain warmth between the artist and his sitter, told him.
Millais and Effie eloped to London, where she was found by a doctor to be a virgin. The marriage was promptly annulled, and they were able to marry without scandal, leaving Ruskin to pursue his refined and celibate existence.
The portrait of Ruskin is a masterpiece.
He has the most calm and peaceful expression, as if saying 'don't worry dear, everything is okay' with his eyes. He let go of his worries and fears, all he thinks about is how much he loves her. It really captivated me.
He Knows he is going to be with Jesus.
♥️know♥️
1 John 5 KJV
13 These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God.
1 Corinthians 15 KJV
1 Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand;
2 By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain.
3 For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures;
4 And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures:
Romans 3 KJV
25 Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God;
Yeah, I admire this piece. He found Heaven and he wasn’t going back to Hell on Earth. It’s a very strong stance. He’s thinking, “Jesus brought me an Angel and I’d rather die than let anyone ruin this for me.”
i never thought i’d be this invested in “boring old paintings,” it’s really opening my eyes to how intricate they are and the stories behind all of them! love this series
Boring? They're literally the best. Especially Impressionists and Pre-Raphaelites.
@@mishynaofficial at a glance they can be seemingly boring, but if taught what we are looking at we can understand and connect with pieces better.
@@mishynaofficial That's what they mean: they thought they were boring and are learning otherwise. No need to be offended.
It's like free speed art classes. I wish this is what art taught in my school, not just 'here's clay, make a pot in this style, but we'll not teach you about the style'.
@@nachgeben i'm not offended, i'm amused how someone can consider those boring and never looked it up. They are so lucky to discover so many good paintings!
I love this. She is like, "please wear this so you don't die" and he is all, "no babe, I am not going to pretend to be Catholic." His smile is evidence that he truly believes what he is saying, regarding his faith. One of them could have decided to convert, for love, but they didn't. Pretty powerful stuff.
Conversion for love is just a lie.
@@aurorafauna4195 That makes me think of Sex and the City, when Charlotte says to Harry, "I gave up JESUS for you!"
And, I agree with you.
@@manbeckl Religion is the cause of many ills. Christianity was spread for 2000 years through rape, slavery and genocide. The bad work of fiction endorses it.
Whoever of them convertsion would mean being rejected from their family and their social circle. Not an easy thing to do and more in those times when people were killing each other in the name of their own view of God.
@@Lyrielonwind 2000 years of Christianity being spread through rape, slavery and genocide. Both sides
As someone with absolutely no knowledge of art other than "I think I like that," I am loving this series. Obviously I know that paintings are full symbolism. But learning the history, focusing on the details and having the symbolism explained is awesome!
@Telleva That's... harsh
@Telleva I think art and learning about should be fun. It shouldn't feel like a struggle or assignment Just because it can be really deep, that doesn't mean you always have to go there. Your friend wants you to appreciate his relationship with art without respecting that your relationship with it is different.
Same here! It also really helps that her narrations and editing have the right amount of interesting, informative and entertaining!
Agreed, she does a really good job!
@Telleva Why can't you be that friend? I'm pretty sure you expect him to do things he otherwise doesn't care about, which he obliges because you're his friend, but you can't do the same back? That's very selfish of you.
As a person who doesn't "understand" art, I really appreciate the explanation of this and the historical perspective of this piece. I love his history, so your explanation really brought meaning to me. I get it now! I just found your channel so hopefully I will be able to dig deeper. BTW, my brother graduated in Art Science and my sister graduated with a Graphic Art degree. I appreciate art, but I don't understand it. My brain has a hard time understanding it.
Art is story.
I’m an aspiring animator and one thing a lot of people in this category don’t discuss too much is the fine art of the past centuries. You’ll get some coverage of more modern art, 20th century at the latest, but never the relics of the past. That’s why I’m so glad I found this channel. You discuss pieces with qualities that have been overlooked in a lot of art circles, and in an in-depth way that’s not pretentious or boring. You have a sense of humor and subtle bubbly-ness. Glad I found and subbed to this channel!
Disney tend does. That's one thing they have going for them, they do at least some research into the time period. But it'd be great to see more of it. I love stylised media and animation, I hope you do well in your career and we get to see your work!
Appreciate you for saying this cause I wasn't about to listen to an 8 min video I was trying to skim through just visually and see if any hidden details were in the painting but your comment prompted me to listen and receive the appropriate context. Really good video.
Presumably then you've long since discovered "Great Art Explained"? -- It's definitely my favorite _(mostly)_ traditional art analysis channel on YT... ruclips.net/user/GreatArtExplainedvideos -- I've watched the 3-parter _(total of 50 minutes)_ on Bosch's Garden of Earthly Delights at least half a dozen times _(it's like a reluctant H.R. Geiger getting roped into designing the latest _Where's Waldo?_ but then again, maybe it was more like a Mad Magazine fold-in"...)_ and I particularly like the ones about The Arnolfini Portrait _(Jan Van Eyck),_ The Taking of Christ _(Caravaggio's),_ and one of my favorite paintings ever... The Raft of the Medusa _(Géricault)._
Because modern painters can't paint in the academic style. It takes too much skill and too long. Whereas modern styles can be produced quickly and the creator need not know nor understand allegory. Which is sad. Modernism deliberately dumbs down not only the creators, but also those whom pretend to like it.
I'm an aspiring animator too, and I'm happy people are talking more about these paintings and appreciating them for what they are!
If my art teacher was able to teach art history like you, I wouldn’t have fallen asleep on those art history days 😅 thanks for your work!
Knowing the background story of a painting makes it all the more impactful. This scene which seemed so romantic had become so tragic. It made me appreciate it even more.
As a Protestant, the story behind this painting really moved me. The look of peace and acceptance on his face, knowing he would be martyred is very Christ-like to me. Thank you explaining the context of this painting.. it really is tragic yet beautiful.
It's the saddest most beautiful painting I can imagine.
I was telling my girlfriend about it and I just sat there sobbing.
The emotion in their faces is exquisite. It’s a rare gift to capture feeling so unambiguously.
Salvation is a free gift. That’s why the man takes the arm band off he knows he’s going to be with Jesus.
♥️know♥️
1 John 5 KJV
1 These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God.
1 Corinthians 15 KJV
1 Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand;
2 By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain.
3 For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures;
4 And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures:
Romans 3 KJV
25 Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God;
🎁
Ephesians 2 KJV
8 For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God:
9 Not of works, lest any man should boast.
I adore Pre-Raphaelite art, and it's precisely because of pieces like this. One innocuous armband and the expressions on the couple's faces suddenly throw us into a deep and tragic story rooted in love, faith, and history. A stunning work, although that always goes without saying when discussing the Pre-Raphaelites ❤
Flower symbolism in this artwork: the artist could have chosen any number of attractive plants as background, so I think there's a strong chance that the choice of plant species is deliberate. The ivy symbolises love and fidelity - obviously that represents the couple. The orange nasturtium flower next to the man's calf symbolises patriotism and victory. I think it means that he believes in his cause, and and anticipates that he will win.
For him, victory may be a spiritual one, meaning he gains a place in heaven, and the certainty to meet his love again later on in the afterlife. For him it may not necessarily mean that he will save his life when the mob attack him.
There's a whole "language of flowers",I find it absolutely fascinating. Although there are some variations, often determined by the country & the era, the meanings behind the flowers are often pretty similar. I do wonder how many times the messages were misinterpreted!
This comment right here, and the one reply above me by Ann Em is what I live for
No seriously, I insert flower language in my art for years now, and when I see ppl who know about its very existance is so heartwarming for me! We may doesn't know each other and probably never will, but I love you guys! I hope you're gonna have a great day!
@@cecily796 I don’t know as much about the topic as I would hope, sadly. I find it fascinating - the meanings behind individual blooms, how that meaning was derived, the way bouquets or posies were put together in order to convey feelings ( positive & negative), the similarities and/or differences depending on both culture & era, I could go on! As you said, we’re complete strangers but we have a common love of beauty & its various expressions. I wish you all the best with your art, I’m sure it brings you great joy, something we ALL need.
A spiritual victory isn't getting your place in heaven. A spiritual victory is giving your life for other people or for a just spiritual cause, even when you don't know what the result will be - neither on Earth, nor in heaven.
Also in the original painting there is what appears to be white columbines behind the girl on the leftmost edge of the painting. It could symbolize her purity in the action she is attempting to execute
What I love about these old paintings is just how much context and history are hidden within them. They become so much more than a pretty picture when you know the story
this is one of my favorite pieces of all time. its one of the most heart-wrenching and beautiful pieces like, in general, let alone during this period. the intent and the look in their eyes is so incredibly timeless. we talked about this in my art history course, and even not being religious myself i was genuinely on the verge of crying. maybe that just me being hyper empathetic or something but good god it gets me every time 😭 im so glad you covered this here!!
Oh my god, I literally teared up too! I'm not an art enthusiast by any means, but this work was so beautiful and the story behind it so tragic. It inspires me to work on my own art skills.
Yea I don’t know much apart from the famous death of Ophelia. Pre Raphaelite art is beautiful
I'm definitely not religious and I teared up. I hadn't known about this painting before. One of the many reasons I'm not religious is the conceit of insisting that one's own narrow path of "faith" is the only one acceptable, and the resulting tragedies that have followed and continue to follow. This work captures that and makes it intensely personal to the young lovers depicted.
I saw this painting in person at an exhibition at the RA some years ago. It really is a very beautiful and moving painting.
Thank you, I enjoyed your exposé. Their expression is remarkably different. She is desperate to save him, he has the peace of giving up life enjoying the last moments of it.
Because of the constant persecution by the catholics, many huguenots would flee in the following centuries to other countries, like the religiously and politically fragmented Germany. Many french families settled in places where protestants were accepted, and brought parts of their culture with them. This is also how many classic french fairy tales from the 17th and 18th century, by authors like Charles Perrault or Madame d'Aulnoy reappear in the 19th century german folk tale collection by the Grimm brothers.
What a. Interesting point. Never thought of that. Makes sense!
@@naly202 Little Red Riding Hood wears a red baret style hat, actually, *because she is huegenott*. But the Grimms sold those fairy tales as German, even though they had them from a Girl whose Nanny was... French. Yup.
Way back in the dark annals of my ancestry is a Huguenot, who was granted a “plantation” in Maryland. It is through him that I found I was distantly related to my favorite uncle, my mother’s sister’s husband.
During WW II 5,000 Huguenots saved 5,000 Jews.
A son of one of those saved heard a little from his parents, but they wouldn't speak much about their experiences. He started investigating, and ended up making a documentary film. I am very sorry I don't remember the name or anyway to find it on RUclips.
It was a conspiracy of goodness, he says. Oh. I just googled that and found a hit: Kupferberg Holocaust Center has info.
The Huguenots knew what it was like to be persecuted, so made a community decision to save as many persecuted Jews as they could.
@@veramae4098 That's one loooong memory.
I have Huguenots (pronounced HUE-gen-ohs, hard g) in my ancestry, so this is a really moving painting for me. Millais did a stunning job of capturing the lovers' emotions at this agonizing moment -- the agony in her eyes, the "peace that passes understanding" in his. Heartwrenching.
It was also fascinating to find out what the pre-Raphaelites were about. I've heard the term hundreds of times over my lifeteme, but never took time to find out what it meant. Very informative video.
Hugue"knots"
@@iagreewithyou3478 Hue-Gun-Ohz
This is absolutely beautiful! My husband and I got married 20 years ago. I was a Protestant and he was a Catholic. His family tried to pull us apart. Our love for each other and our true love for Jesus, not religion was able to overcome every obstacle and we are happily married to this day with three beautiful children.
Wow, God Bless you both.
May your God continue to bless you both. ❤
God bless you guys
I know that it's none of my business and I am sorry if I offend but are your kids catholic of protestants? Your husband's family was probably afraid that that he or your children will leave Catholic church. I just want to know who won...
@@eleigar1 we decided to be non denominational. We baptized our kids in the Catholic church so his parents felt better, but my teenager decided to be re baptized when she knew that she wanted to be a follower of Jesus herself. I take my kids to a non-denominational church on Sundays, and my husband takes the kids to a Catholic church on holidays and whenever his parents are visiting. As a family we decided to be just followers of Jesus Christ, to read the Bible and pray together as a family. Church for us is a place to meet other believers in Jesus and meet community needs. And we can do that at many churches in our neighborhood... So nobody really won. I like to think that Jesus won! Lol us humans like to separate, divide and put denominations on God, but Jesus died for all of us! Not just one denomination 😉.
Wow. The expression is unbelievable! Looks like a photo! To convey that depth of emotion with paint blows my mind!
Love the history lessons. Packed with information without droning on for hours. Excellent video.
This is what TRUE love looks like. The expressions on their faces is so heartbreaking knowing their circumstances, yet beautiful because their love for each other is so pure. Truly a masterpiece.
True love towards his religion but not the girl
Possibly the most haunting, tragic painting I've ever seen. Thank you for sharing the background. You're educating me in fine arts.
The expression in the young woman’s face, made me mourn for them. True tears stain my cheeks after watching the video. Such beautifully portrayed emotions by the artist. Bravissimo.
Wow, in all my life at high school in art class and at fine arts college NO art history has ever been THIS interesting. I usually hate art history as a subject, but you studying a paintings history is incredible, tells you so much about the people and time and reasons it was done. Wish you were my art teacher back then!
i know right??
I’m curious: what didn’t you like about your previous art classes?
I never thought I'd enjoy much art history, but man, your storytelling approach to the subject really knocks it out of the park. I'm starting to browse your videos on purpose now for the entertainment value, as much as for the historical tidbits. You do a great job! Thanks for expanding my appreciation of art. :)
Love ending in tragedy is always the thing that gets me the most.
I picked this painting for my art assignment thanks to your video. I think what makes this painting great is because it can relate to most of its observers experience. Specifically, their first break up. The situation of choosing between something over love is something that everyone has gone through in life at some point, and this painting depicts the subjects masterfully in that situation. The woman's lips' slight quiver and her teary eyes is a face that speaks "don't go," is something most have seen and experienced. Thank you for making me discover my new favorite art.
pieces like these is why i believe AI could never replace real art. the real expressions, storytelling, history behind the art, and all other complexities could never be copied nor generated unlike by some awful made-up code. paintings of such uniqueness should be treasured.
Eventually it will catch up. Technology is just being “more learned” day after day.
People in the replies don't get it
@@jbertucciyep I thought about that while making my comment but anyone thinking that is over thinking it and isn't getting the point
@@jbertucci agreed, abstract art is one thing but people drawing a line and calling it art is kind of ehhh
@@jbertucci not taking into account that other art movements exist nowadays other than “modern art” but I can tell your synapses cannot handle that conversation yet.
Everyone deserves a person who looks at the way this young man is looking at this young woman.
I need one 🥰🥰
I love this channel so much, you do a deep dive into the piece but you're never melancholy or dull. Thank you for these fun and informative videos.
This is such a beautiful painting both visually and emotionally. I hadn’t understood the armband before, but your discussion has very much deepened my appreciation for this piece. Thank you!
The expressions are so real. I have no doubt the artist spent a lot of time just watching people, mentally storing away moments of emotion. I'm not great at reading faces, but even without a history behind the painting I can see her longing & resignation, his sad resolve and acknowledgement of the pain his choice causes her, and know they will be separated by some impending event. I figured he might be going off to war or something. Timeless. A precious moment caught before the tears start flowing.
3:45 haven’t cried from a painting before yet here I am thank you for showing us this painting
Works by John Everett Millais and the Pre-Raphaelites are definitely not boring. Thank you for bringing their work to life.
As an artist, I was already a fan of art, but you're opening my eyes even more, making me love art more than ever!
I LOVE THIS SERIES OF EXPLAINING THE ART PIECES. IT IS SO FASCINATING TO THINK HOW THE MINDS OF THE ARTISTS BEFORE WORK AND HOW MOST OF THE TIME THEIR WORKS SEEMS SO INNOCENT AND CHARMING AND BEAUTIFUL, YET IT IS DARK AND MIND BOGGLING
Why are you yelling?
@@jigglypuff52 maybe they are extremely enthusiastic about the subject? Or perhaps they are afraid we aren't listening? Or mebbe they don't know they are yelling? Maybe they have a piece of gum under their capslock? Maybe they're waiting for someone to ask them just the question you asked?? Maybe you will never know? Maybe you'll never need to know? Maybe your curiosity is better served elsewhere? Maybe you should try asking a magic eight ball for answers to this question instead of me? Or a ouji board? Maybe, just maybe I'm sarcastic af? Could be... could be. Whoooo knows?
@@jigglypuff52 so we can hear them
But the narrator’s voice and robotic intonation makes it hard to listen
When i see this painting, it feels like i'm watching a sad love story movie. It gives me an emotional feelings. That's why people say " A great work of art has soul". Love this painting ❤️
It's a beautiful painting. But when you know the backstory, it goes from beautiful to truly amazing. But this level of art is so high that literally anyone can enjoy it, even if they only like the clothing style or notice how it's colorful but not garish.
just something about this painting pulls me into it. I just bought a copy of it because of this video, thanks for spreading knowledge about the history on these amazing pieces of art!
I love how they are quietly embarrassed, it's powerful, yet calm. Thank you for sharing the meaning behind all the beautiful hidden features.
Wow. When she explained what their facial expressions were really portraying, you can to tally see it. That is beautiful and HEART BREAKING! Wow! Wow, wow, wow.
Pre-Raphaelites are some of my favourite artists and paintings, but I honestly don't recall this one!
(Thank-you for highlighting it.)
The contrast in their expressions is really masterful - a wonderful, haunting painting.
The feeling in their facial expressions was beautifully portrayed by the artist. This is so insightful and heart touching. Thank you🌹
Love how you reveal threads of info and weave them together into something that makes these paintings much more interesting than the superficial first look suggests. Thank you.
I've studied paintings in College and have a Degree in Art, but had NO IDEA about "HUGUENOTS." Thank-You so much for your explanation. The portrait is WONDERFUL and COMPELLING!!!! The folds of the clothing, and the expressions on their faces, BEAUTIFUL!!!!
THANK YOU! 😊🌺 I love the pre-raphaelites and it's very interesting and gratifing to hear about the history and culture behind their work.
More, please. 😉
It's a masterpiece. There are many great artists out there, still largely unknown, and that's wonderful.
Thanks to this channel, I'm finally learning about paintings and the stories behind them! Just realized how little I know about my favourite paintings and how few ones I know. And you are teaching us in a fun and soothing way! Thank You! Thank You so so much!!!
It wasn't until I came across this channel that I realized how much story is hidden in paintings. So thanks ArtDeco. Keep doing what you do-I'll be here enjoying all of it
The way in which you describe the pieces of art, and explain the stories that led to their creation, inspires one to yearn for more knowledge about the “pretty pictures” that are already appreciated for their beauty alone. Thank you for making these videos, and for making art history approachable for a wider audience.
Why am I crying so much by looking at this painting??!!! My poor heart. Let her tie the band, damn it!! She loves you!!
I enjoy and appreciate your compelling narratives concerning artists and their paintings- many of whom I have never heard of. So thank you for your hard work in making these presentations. I learn so much from them. Keep up the hard work!
This painting evokes so much emotion, I'm nearly brought to tears watching this video and doing the dishes 😬😭
Noooo! Why did this actually make me cry!!!!
Bravo on doing such a good job at explaining the context to historical artwork that I’ll start tearing up while looking at a picture of an inanimate object from over 150 years ago. That true talent on both the artist’s part and yours as well! 💗👏🏻
I LOVE these. So glad I discovered this channel. Thanks for these wonderfully and entertainingly sordid but appropriate descriptions
In a word, poignant. In two words, beautiful and touching. Wonderful choice for a video, nicely done.
What a beautiful display of love and commitment. They are committed to each other, but they are committed to their beliefs.
Thank you for doing what you do. I love learning about these art pieces that I otherwise would never be exposed to. Even if I can't afford to travel to museums, it's channels like yours that keep my brain stimulated. Know that your work is appreciated.
This painting gives a new meaning to the expression, *_'Getting the_* [arm] *_band back together."_* 😊
{Great video...👍}
Your analysis is always great, but I especially loved this one. I was an art history student back in the 80s and was especially drawn to the Pre-Raphaelites. This video gave me a lot of insight I hadn’t already known, and that would never have occurred to me. Well done - and keep up the great work!
too perfect, it made me cry. I had never seen or heard of this painting, thanks for sharing all the information about the background.
These vids. are addictive. - I wish you did gallery tours
Yes I love to watch them
I see you are subscribed to drew gooden
Good job
@@JOHNDOINK21 Oh! I shall go check out that channel, then.
I would move this
@@geekdivaherself you should! Also Danny Gonzalez
The way her eyes are pleading with him made me wanna cry.
I respect that you got your Masters of Fine Arts at the University of Terry Gilliam.
You learned well. Future generations will benefit from your work. I love it!!!
Thank you for this moment of history and art
I love pre-Raphaelite art, it is idealized in it's own way, but something about it captures the grandeur of the human experience in what are often such naturalistic and intimate ways. The fidelity to life, both in the depiction of the human form, but also in how moments like those depicted *feel* is something that captures my attention every time. I find that one cannot look at this style of painting and not feel transported into a moment.
What a tender painting, it's very raw and intimate but I started learning more about its tragic context (the history of how things came to be for the Huegonots and what happened after, and perhaps understanding further how down the line this case of genocide likely propelled further the humanist movements to both take down the monarchy in France as well as push for a clearer separation of church and state so that something this big likely ordered by one ruler in power cannot happen again ). Learning about this carries a grief for the suffering this cycle of needless hate has scarred onto so many groups of people. There's a quiet innocence to this piece that's reflective amidst the background of bloody violence that would unfold at this moment and I'm grateful that we get to see and appreciate this piece centuries later of that moment in time.
Divisive hate, be it between religious differences, ethnic groups, economic/ socio-political classes turning people who could have coexisted peacefully is so painful and senseless, I think a lot about the scars it leaves across time and space as we piece together how history unfolded and even now the story these two lovers Everett painted here is a tale that is still felt in other forms in this era and age. I can understand and empathize with both these figures, it's a powerful moment captured in painting centuries after that horrifying moment. Thank you for this video!
Knowing what is behind the art just makes it more emotional.
To learn more history is to face the ugly of human cruelty, to depict such horrid events through the lense of love and loss is truly a feat 🥀
I love the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood's work. Thank you for helping me remember I love art history after getting my Master's made me loathe anything to do with the establishment.
You really tear down the veil from these paintings. It's fascinating.
I love how you tackle these subjects; the little asides ala Monty Pythonesque figures is a great way to freshen things up while impressing the importance of popular opinion at the time of the artists involved. The context you highlight surrounding the differing styles, movements and philosophies of the artists brings it together & makes all the difference. I know that takes research, so thank you for taking that extra time!
I love how these paintings really capture the subtlety of expressions! It never fails to amaze me.
I used to think art history was boring, but I am obsessed with your videos and the information! It's truly amazing and inspiring. I'm an artist myself and art class only ever only told us about who the main artist were and showed a few pieces.., but never the specific pieces and their emotional deep meaning, and impacts in their era, which has always been my way and love of art .. creative pieces that tell a story and that were meaningful ❤️☺️ you have made me love art history. I wish I could've shared these with my grandpa, he taught art history 🥺
the romanticism in art is just... so incredibly soul touching. Knowing the stories behind the pieces makes this romance come to life...
Excellent description of the painting, and the Pre-Raphaelites, about whom I wrote articles and essays. Millais was forced by economic needs to become a conventional portrait painter, leaving the PRB behind. He did remain friends with the Brotherhood members, but his work became cloying and "popular". The story is told that when he held a retrospective exhibition late in his life, one room was dedicated to his Pre-Raphaelite works. He is said to have entered that room and emerged weeping.
It'd beautiful and sad and passionate and full of acceptance and non acceptance. The peace he shows and the fear and suffering she is feeling. Its very powerful. Thank you for that amazing video
I love art, I even call myself an artist, yet I have always hated art history.. Until just a few days ago I found your channel, thank you for teaching me so much already, and for making it so engaging. Now I look forward to my little art history lessons. 🧡
I actually REALLY like this painting! Your channel has been so much fun to watch, I’m learning so much, and enjoying every minute of it!
Thank you for educating us in such a fun and super interesting way! 💗
I know nothing about art, but I think this is heartbreaking and beautiful. Absolutely gorgeous!!!!
This is the loveliest painting you've covered so far thank you!
I’m not going to comment on the painting today, but on your channel: It’s absolutely great! You do an excellent job explaining both the art work and its context. Every video I’ve watched of yours has held me from beginning to end. And, I always look forward to seeing new ones. Thank you for efforts!
This is for sure one of my most favorite paintings.
Wow!! I love these videos. It feels like I’m back in art history class.
What starts out as a lovely painting of two lovers, with the explanation, becomes a masterpiece of drama. Thank you for the background.
This is a really beautiful painting. Rich in emotion and symbolism, yet beautifully balanced and excellent in composition. I’d be happy to hang it, or a good print or copy of it in my house. I’m glad you explained it, because at first I really though she was holding a knife, and it made no sense.
Thank you for this explanation. I’ve always wondered what it was really about. The expressions on their faces is deeply moving
An excellent essay as always. Thank you.
The Huguenot was a sensation when it was exhibited. Visitors crowded in front of it for hours only to return later. Millais made a later copy and several drawn replicas. The face of the Catholic is that of Millais' model Anne Ryan whom he used as the Puritan woman in The Proscribed Royalist of the previous year.
The painting's success projected Anne Ryan into the limelight and she did not succeed well in it. In his son John's biography of his father, he writes that his father would not talk about her as he felt he had caused her later unhappiness.
An excellent example of why art cannot be separated from social history. Thank you.
I would love a copy of this in my home. I love paintings that tell a story. One I have in my home has a bride sitting in a pink dress with crushed flowers at her feet and a look of being distraught and in pain. Paintings with real, raw emotions always speak volumes.
Wonderful Art! Wonderful Sentiment behind this type of Art. And Wonderful Explanation of it all.
Thankyou!
I enjoy your explanations of these pieces of art. I’m interested to see how you will if describe art from this century as well. Deco,modern will be a greater challenge I fear. Thank you
I’m somewhat unable to find the details brushed into a painting and I’m glad I found your channel. Thank you so much for your “guidance” and “historical perspective” while allowing me to view this work of art.