Alright, so this might seem like a random comment, but, I’m an American who went to London several years ago, and of course I made a visit to the Tower of London. There were a lot of tourists bustling about, but in wandering around, I somehow found myself on a back stone spiral staircase. There was no one around, and it was somehow dead silent. As I was walking down the staircase I was suddenly , surprisingly, overwhelmed by emotion. I stopped on the stairs and my heart was pounding really hard. I thought, “Something really important happened right here, a long, long time ago.” I honestly felt like I had entered a time warp. I’d never felt like this before. When I came upon this painting just now, which I’ve never seen before, I thought, that’s it! That’s exactly what I was feeling at that moment. Such sad longing.
Many things that we cannot fully explain, make our lives even more special. Thank you for sharing this with us! 🌷(I like to think that Burton had a similar feeling when painting this delightful image)
This has been my favourite for many years. When I worked near the National Gallery, I used to regularly pop in to see the painting. Hard to believe it’s watercolour and gouache ❤
And it’s especially frustrating to see how much the Irish fine art has lost of its former technical excellence by today. Sometimes I see murals commissioned by the Arts Council across the Irish cities and it makes me cringe. Ireland needs more artists and galerists like William Burton 😢
I only discovered this painting about 6 months ago on a RUclips ‘short’ would you believe. I fell in love with it, the heartbreak is so real. I now have a print on my wall. 💔
My mother brought me to the national art gallery numerous times as a child and I feel in love with this painting. When I got older I bought a framed copy in the gallery which has moved every house with me and I am currently looking at it as I type this.
@rachaelw8738 Great minds think alike. 🙂 I wrote my comment a few minutes ago and then read the comments. Yours was the next one and I so enjoyed realizing that we all have kindred spirits all over the world.
I first thought that this painting was of Tristan and Isolde. The exquisite blue of her dress and the rose color of his tunic reminds me of the colors that you typically see in paintings of the Virgin Mary. This painting really packs an emotional punch!
I have adored this painting for years, despite never seeing it in person. It's such beauty surrounded by tragedy. As another commenter said, it always brings Tristan and Isolde to mind for me, as well. The details are beautifully captured. I especially love the braid wrap draped into her girdle (belt). I didn't know if was watercolor, though! Extraordinary!
I've had a copy of this painting hanging up in my bedroom since 1997 after i fell in love with it and bought it. Its been so lovely to find out the history of it so thank you very much for the video 👍
What moved me was this artists understanding of love and loss. It is an exquisite watercolor. What a supremely gifted and understanding man. It would certainly be my favorite also. The depth of art, love , sorrow, loss and beauty. I was so moved. He must have been the best of men to materialize all of this. Thank you. You gave me a gift.
I could look at it for hours. You can feel the sadness, and what amazes me also is its watercolour, wow, to achieve that detail and effects in watercolour is astonishing. Interesting video, thank you. 💚
Watercolor was used for scientific illustrations for years. It's possible to get very precise with it. The trouble is, lots of folks don't know how to use it properly.
@@aimeeinklingyes, it is a underestimated medium in many ways. I have always liked it best, because it is luminous somehow….it doesn’t have the heaviness and opacity of oils or the flatness of acrylics..and is versatile …you can get exquisite detail with it…love this painting!
Thank you for this video! Burton frequently shied away from acknowledging his creative accomplishments in public. He was very quiet, in contrast to many artists of his era who aimed for popularity. In his own Ireland, he seldom displayed much, and he even declined chances to showcase his work on larger stages. This reclusiveness may have contributed to his withdrawal into administrative positions, such as managing the National Gallery. He avoided the spotlight, which is unusual for an artist of his skill and time, almost as if he wanted his work to speak for itself!
So true, like in the case of any good artist, the work really does speak for itself, especially this painting! Thank you for watching and taking the time to offer us your opinion!
I haven't seen this painting yet, so thank you for showcasing it. Blue was an expensive pigment traditionally associated with the Virgin Mary. To see it used in almost half the painting is a statement in itself that despite the crushed white rose, she (and their love) remains pure. A sentiment strengthened by their intertwined hands and concealed faces. The society in which the artist lived and painted in was struggling with class division, so the sympathy of these two young lovers forever torn apart by class hierarchy is especially poignant. Sometimes a painting says as much about an artist as it does about the subjects.
How did I not know of this artist and this painting? Exquisite and speaks to me...Amazing, I want to see more of Sir Burton's work and the artists of this genre in time. Having a print of this piece would be great...
Sadly, Burton didn't have such a prolific career as a painter, by the time he was appointed director of the National Gallery in London, he had given up on painting (in part, due to his bad eyesight as well). Although a brilliant painter, his works are fewer than those of others in his generation.
It is exquisite. The light and detail are incredible. I can see why it might be a favourite painting. The Preraphaelites are some of my most loved artists. This stands well with these artists.
I do cross stitch as a hobby. One of my favorite pattern websites has fine art pieces that are completely cross stitched-no blank canvas or any type of stitches other than cross, not even backstitching for outlining. That’s where I first saw this painting, and fell in love with it. I still want to stitch it, even though it will probably take a few years to complete.
The painting is actually wider and shows more of the stairwell. I had a print of it a few years back and loved to lay back in bed looking deeply into it.
It's a beautiful painting, it reminds me of the love you can never have, because perhaps its too lofty in a good way, like not of this world. I think they havent consumated their connection. I couldn't help noticing that at a quick glance that solid pillar could be mistaken for his leg as if this brief final moment (in art) should last forever.
Målningen fångar ett mycket känslosamt och tragiskt ögonblick eftersom de båda vet att detta är deras sista famn. Man kan nästan känna smärtan hos de unga älskande.
I've always had an interest in Ireland as all my grandparents came to the U S from the West of Ireland. I first saw this painting in one of my books about Ireland. When I first saw the painting in the book I became fascinated with it. That was a time when the internet was in its infancy and not much help in searching for anything but I did manage to find out that it was in the National Gallery in Dublin and that they had prints on canvas of it. I immediately bought a print and when it arrived a friend of mine framed it in a medieval style frame. It has been hanging in every home I've lived in and as I write this It is hanging across from my desk. I have never found another painting which I like as much as this one.
There are no words for how greatly this painting moves me; I can’t stop gazing at it and all of its details. It amazes me that this is a work of watercolor due to the vibrant colors. Thank you for posting this fascinating video on a truly exquisite piece of art.
I think this watercolor's subjet is very sensual and intimate, I'm a big fan of John William Waterhouse and Edward Burne-Jones, but it's the first time I hear about Sir F.W. Burton and I think he's masterful and very skilled, true Art.
I have never ever seen this painting. It’s heartbreaking . His face is so handsome. Every piece of art I love, I try to find a full coverage cross stitch to make of it in very small stitches so it looks like a tapestry. I am fortunate to have found a pattern for this. Such a sorrowful story.
Gorgeous! Interesting, too, that he chose to position them not only heading in opposite directions, but also in a transitional place. It's a stunning visual placement of the inner story.
I have loved this painting since I first saw it a few years back. To me this tells all kinds of stories. He is going off to war .. Or.. her father said no. Or ... it was forbidden. She was married to someone else. Or ... he was friends with her betrothed - an arranged marriage. SO many stories are possible.
This painting, which I have never seen before, broke my mended heart afresh! I lost my dearly loved husband and soulmate in February of this year. When we parted for the last time, we both knew we would not see each other again on this earth. His illness had progressed and, after sharing a few minutes alone together, he slipped into a coma from which he awoke only in Heaven. I was not allowed to see him again as it was discovered that he had contracted the flu and I was not yet innoculated. He passed away before I could be protected. His last words to me were, "I'm going to wait for you, my darling! I will see you again! I love you. I've got to go now." This poignant memory is captured in every stroke of the artist's brush as he depicts other lovers who know that they will not be together ever again on this plane. I wish I knew how to obtain a print of this masterpiece of love and loss! If any of you know, please respond!
I'm so sorry to read this, but it seems you had something really beautiful, that many people aren't lucky enough to have, just like the story in this beautiful painting. About the print, I'm sure any good quality print shop could do a copy on high quality, thick paper or even on textile/mesh.
I think its a ribbon, typically used in the Middle Ages and Renaissance periods for braids. She wrapped her hair with it and just secured it at the end and tucked in the belt. Very nice, indeed.
A very fine artist indeed. Too bad that he gave up painting entirely when he became head of the NG, but I guess by then, his eyesight wasn't so good either. Thank you for watching!
It looks as if they were about to pass one another silently when he gives into his passion (not spiritual) and throws his arms around hers. She might even smell like the roses at her feet , a scent he wants on himself, a reminder of what he’s about to fight for.
This is a beautiful painting. Given that it is watercolor, there are many fine details. The right arm in mail is particularly fine...catching the light, but also shadow indicating the folds from the loose fit. Sadly, I was distracted by the mispronounced 'turret'....repeatedly
That's true, sorry about that. As we are all from different corners of the world, the occasional mispronunciation is bound to happen. Thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts!
@LayersInArt I can appreciate that. Even when English is first language, something like the Merriam-Webster dictionary online can help with pronouncing words infrequently used.
A charming painting, being a sad reminder of the lack of opportunity, and dependence on others, which women had to endure for most of human history, and the restrictions of the European class system.
I bought this print over 20 years ago at the Dublin art gallery. It sits in pride of place beside my fireplace and, therefore, I see it every day. The power of their yearning and torment that this painting evokes never fails to touch me but, nevertheless, it is not a negative but a positive, the fact that love exists and prevails if only momentarily. Opposite to this print, I have mounted a wall of Pre-Raphaelite prints ridiculously expensively framed prints to accompany it which I enjoy, but not as much as this. I never tire of this moment between these two lovers. However, I wish the narrator had been informed of the correct pronunciation of the word “turret”. Utterly ridiculous and annoying.
So sorry about the Turret pronunciation and thank you for pointing it out! In spite of all efforts, the occasional mispronunciation may still happen. Trying to keep it at a very minimum, though!
Discernment: Those that have a desire to control others do so due to insecurities and/or narcissist personality disorder. They are living through the Lower Mind. Beth Bartlett Sociologist/Behavioralist and Historian Tennessee, USA (Irish Lineage Orgin, County Kerry)
The title is pronounced TUR-ret, short "u" and accent on the first syllabel, which means tower. Tourettes is a muscular syndrome that causes random twitching.
You can feel the love and sadness coming out of this beautiful work of art. I still can't believe it's watercolor.... just WOW
Alright, so this might seem like a random comment, but, I’m an American who went to London several years ago, and of course I made a visit to the Tower of London. There were a lot of tourists bustling about, but in wandering around, I somehow found myself on a back stone spiral staircase. There was no one around, and it was somehow dead silent. As I was walking down the staircase I was suddenly , surprisingly, overwhelmed by emotion. I stopped on the stairs and my heart was pounding really hard. I thought, “Something really important happened right here, a long, long time ago.” I honestly felt like I had entered a time warp. I’d never felt like this before. When I came upon this painting just now, which I’ve never seen before, I thought, that’s it! That’s exactly what I was feeling at that moment. Such sad longing.
Many things that we cannot fully explain, make our lives even more special. Thank you for sharing this with us! 🌷(I like to think that Burton had a similar feeling when painting this delightful image)
Well, perhaps you really felt something that happened there long ago...
That building holds memories.
Oh my! You are fortunate - most of us just wish for such strong emotion.
You were chosen to feel that emotion. ❤
This has been my favourite for many years. When I worked near the National Gallery, I used to regularly pop in to see the painting. Hard to believe it’s watercolour and gouache ❤
And it’s especially frustrating to see how much the Irish fine art has lost of its former technical excellence by today. Sometimes I see murals commissioned by the Arts Council across the Irish cities and it makes me cringe. Ireland needs more artists and galerists like William Burton 😢
I’m not usually so moved by a painting but this one, even without the backstory of the ballad, absolutely tells the story.
Couldn't agree more!
That this is a watercolor is astounding! I'm an oil painter myself and always assumed it was done in oils. Wow!❤
Right away can see title, it's simply astounding....
I always assumed this was oils. I must pop in and see it next time I’m up in Dublin.
Hauntingly beautiful... you can feel their anguish and sadness.
Very true!
I only discovered this painting about 6 months ago on a RUclips ‘short’ would you believe. I fell in love with it, the heartbreak is so real. I now have a print on my wall. 💔
My mother brought me to the national art gallery numerous times as a child and I feel in love with this painting. When I got older I bought a framed copy in the gallery which has moved every house with me and I am currently looking at it as I type this.
@rachaelw8738 Great minds think alike. 🙂 I wrote my comment a few minutes ago and then read the comments. Yours was the next one and I so enjoyed realizing that we all have kindred spirits all over the world.
How lovely to read this, thank you for sharing!
I would love to frame a print of it! I find it so terribly moving..
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I first thought that this painting was of Tristan and Isolde. The exquisite blue of her dress and the rose color of his tunic reminds me of the colors that you typically see in paintings of the Virgin Mary. This painting really packs an emotional punch!
Yes, excellent point about the colors! Thank you for watching!
I thought so, too.
Basically, this story and others like Romeo and Juliet, are timeless tales of unrequited love common to many cultures. Archtypal.
Same!
Yes! I actually clicked on this video because it was reminding me of Mary as well. Love it 😍
One of my favorite paintings of all time. So Romantic and yet TRAGIC.😢
It is my favorite work of art, it is exquisite. When I found out it is a watercolor I was gobsmacked.
It really is astonishing!
Beyond beautiful, this is one of the most Romantic paintings of all time ❤
I have adored this painting for years, despite never seeing it in person. It's such beauty surrounded by tragedy. As another commenter said, it always brings Tristan and Isolde to mind for me, as well.
The details are beautifully captured. I especially love the braid wrap draped into her girdle (belt).
I didn't know if was watercolor, though! Extraordinary!
It really is an extraordinary painting!
Love this painting. Also the story of Tristan and Isolde so much I named my little poodle Tristan.
Beautiful speaks volumes the love between the two is immeasurable.
I love the work of the Pre-Raphaelite painters.
What a brilliant painting it says so much. 😢
I've had a copy of this painting hanging up in my bedroom since 1997 after i fell in love with it and bought it. Its been so lovely to find out the history of it so thank you very much for the video 👍
Thank you for watching and writing!
What moved me was this artists understanding of love and loss. It is an exquisite watercolor. What a supremely gifted and understanding man. It would certainly be my favorite also. The depth of art, love , sorrow, loss and beauty. I was so moved. He must have been the best of men to materialize all of this. Thank you. You gave me a gift.
I could look at it for hours. You can feel the sadness, and what amazes me also is its watercolour, wow, to achieve that detail and effects in watercolour is astonishing. Interesting video, thank you. 💚
Watercolor was used for scientific illustrations for years. It's possible to get very precise with it. The trouble is, lots of folks don't know how to use it properly.
@@aimeeinklingyes, it is a underestimated medium in many ways. I have always liked it best, because it is luminous somehow….it doesn’t have the heaviness and opacity of oils or the flatness of acrylics..and is versatile …you can get exquisite detail with it…love this painting!
So glad you enjoyed it, thank you for watching!
Thank you for this video! Burton frequently shied away from acknowledging his creative accomplishments in public. He was very quiet, in contrast to many artists of his era who aimed for popularity. In his own Ireland, he seldom displayed much, and he even declined chances to showcase his work on larger stages. This reclusiveness may have contributed to his withdrawal into administrative positions, such as managing the National Gallery.
He avoided the spotlight, which is unusual for an artist of his skill and time, almost as if he wanted his work to speak for itself!
So true, like in the case of any good artist, the work really does speak for itself, especially this painting! Thank you for watching and taking the time to offer us your opinion!
I think it is stunningly beautiful and deeply moving.
I haven't seen this painting yet, so thank you for showcasing it. Blue was an expensive pigment traditionally associated with the Virgin Mary. To see it used in almost half the painting is a statement in itself that despite the crushed white rose, she (and their love) remains pure. A sentiment strengthened by their intertwined hands and concealed faces. The society in which the artist lived and painted in was struggling with class division, so the sympathy of these two young lovers forever torn apart by class hierarchy is especially poignant. Sometimes a painting says as much about an artist as it does about the subjects.
Thank you for watching and sharing your insight with us, greatly appreciated!
I’m blown away that this was painted with watercolor. Wow! Gorgeous!
How did I not know of this artist and this painting? Exquisite and speaks to me...Amazing, I want to see more of Sir Burton's work and the artists of this genre in time. Having a print of this piece would be great...
Sadly, Burton didn't have such a prolific career as a painter, by the time he was appointed director of the National Gallery in London, he had given up on painting (in part, due to his bad eyesight as well). Although a brilliant painter, his works are fewer than those of others in his generation.
heartbreakingly beautiful!
So tender, a sensitive painter
Such a sad and beautiful painting, capturing an exquisitely painful moment. 🩵❣️
With his eyes closed and arms crossed he is all but in a coffin. She knows she will cause his death and cannot look at him. A chilling representation.
Such a tragic heartfelt painting.
It is exquisite. The light and detail are incredible. I can see why it might be a favourite painting. The Preraphaelites are some of my most loved artists. This stands well with these artists.
I LOVE LOVE LOVE that painting!!! I would adore a print in my home.
This painting says more than a thousand , a thousand words - - -
10:25 for the eyes and for the mind . Thank you .
So true, thank you also, for watching and writing!
@@LayersInArt Happy Sunday🌞
I do cross stitch as a hobby. One of my favorite pattern websites has fine art pieces that are completely cross stitched-no blank canvas or any type of stitches other than cross, not even backstitching for outlining. That’s where I first saw this painting, and fell in love with it. I still want to stitch it, even though it will probably take a few years to complete.
How lovely!
Wow! It’s watercolour!the most beautiful watercolour I’ve ever seen. Will now be my favourite romantic painting ❤
The painting is actually wider and shows more of the stairwell. I had a print of it a few years back and loved to lay back in bed looking deeply into it.
It's a beautiful painting, it reminds me of the love you can never have, because perhaps its too lofty in a good way, like not of this world. I think they havent consumated their connection. I couldn't help noticing that at a quick glance that solid pillar could be mistaken for his leg as if this brief final moment (in art) should last forever.
Medieval courtly love.
Målningen fångar ett mycket känslosamt och tragiskt ögonblick eftersom de båda vet att detta är deras sista famn. Man kan nästan känna smärtan hos de unga älskande.
So true! Thank you for watching!
I can see why it is a favourite, my goodness it is exquisite !
I've always had an interest in Ireland as all my grandparents came to the U S from the West of Ireland. I first saw this painting in one of my books about Ireland. When I first saw the painting in the book I became fascinated with it. That was a time when the internet was in its infancy and not much help in searching for anything but I did manage to find out that it was in the National Gallery in Dublin and that they had prints on canvas of it. I immediately bought a print and when it arrived a friend of mine framed it in a medieval style frame. It has been hanging in every home I've lived in and as I write this It is hanging across from my desk. I have never found another painting which I like as much as this one.
I want to cry, it is lovely. I could stare at it all day; I am sure it could come to life.
That's a nice thought!
Absolutely love this painting!
I love it! I can't believe it is watercolor. The detail is amazing!
Heartbreaking and beautiful 😍❤️
There are no words for how greatly this painting moves me; I can’t stop gazing at it and all of its details. It amazes me that this is a work of watercolor due to the vibrant colors. Thank you for posting this fascinating video on a truly exquisite piece of art.
Thank you for watching, it really is an exquisite painting!
I think this watercolor's subjet is very sensual and intimate, I'm a big fan of John William Waterhouse and Edward Burne-Jones, but it's the first time I hear about Sir F.W. Burton and I think he's masterful and very skilled, true Art.
I have never ever seen this painting. It’s heartbreaking . His face is so handsome. Every piece of art I love, I try to find a full coverage cross stitch to make of it in very small stitches so it looks like a tapestry. I am fortunate to have found a pattern for this. Such a sorrowful story.
Stunning painting.
Gorgeous! Interesting, too, that he chose to position them not only heading in opposite directions, but also in a transitional place. It's a stunning visual placement of the inner story.
Good point, thank you for writing it!
This painting…❤
One of my favourite paintings. Thank you as I always wanted to know about this painting and it's story.
So glad to hear it! Thank you for watching!
It's so beautiful in detail and emotional. Absolutely overwhelmed to hear its a watercolour painting. My daughter has a copy hung i her dining room. ❤
It such a GORGEOUS painting, ugh! It hurts
Amazing details for a watercolor! ❤❤❤
Beautifully wrought; the first time I've seen it,
i've loved this painting for decades- thank you.
Thank you watching!
Remarkable work.❤
It’s exquisite yet heartbreaking
🔆🌟🌟🔆
It is awesome in person❤
I'm not an art enthusiat, but this painting is undeniably beautiful...
It really is!
Water color!?!? AMAZING!!!!
Indeed!
Thank you. I was inspired to look up some of these artist!!
Thank you for watching, hope you find more interesting things!
What a truly beautiful painting. I wish I could see it in person.
It's waiting for you in Ireland! I wish I could see it in person as well, that would be nice.
Never saw it before. So heartbreaking. Wow.
It captures that tragic moment when he told his father he wanted to be a poet and sing, sing, sing...
I love this painting
I have this painting , we love it but never knew anything about it , but as soon as we saw it I had to buy it, beautiful but kinda sad ❤
I have a large print of this painting it is beautiful sad and evocative of the times depicted
It's a beautiful painting
I want a copy of this painting. I love this style and era of art.
I have loved this painting since I first saw it a few years back. To me this tells all kinds of stories. He is going off to war .. Or.. her father said no. Or ... it was forbidden. She was married to someone else. Or ... he was friends with her betrothed - an arranged marriage. SO many stories are possible.
Incredible beauty & tenderness. But what strikes me is the powerful symbolism of the sword in the forefront.
He is on his way to war!
That’s watercolor⁉️😍🤩Wow‼️
Indeed!
Beautiful
This painting, which I have never seen before, broke my mended heart afresh!
I lost my dearly loved husband and soulmate in February of this year. When we parted for the last time, we both knew we would not see each other again on this earth. His illness had progressed and, after sharing a few minutes alone together, he slipped into a coma from which he awoke only in Heaven. I was not allowed to see him again as it was discovered that he had contracted the flu and I was not yet innoculated. He passed away before I could be protected. His last words to me were, "I'm going to wait for you, my darling! I will see you again! I love you. I've got to go now."
This poignant memory is captured in every stroke of the artist's brush as he depicts other lovers who know that they will not be together ever again on this plane.
I wish I knew how to obtain a print of this masterpiece of love and loss!
If any of you know, please respond!
I’m sure if you contacted the National Art Gallery in Dublin they could advise you. They probably have prints in the shop there.
I'm so sorry to read this, but it seems you had something really beautiful, that many people aren't lucky enough to have, just like the story in this beautiful painting. About the print, I'm sure any good quality print shop could do a copy on high quality, thick paper or even on textile/mesh.
She's ascending and he's descending. They understand their assignments.
Brava!! ❤
Love it. Breaks my heart. I’m curious also about the hair wrapping she uses.
I think its a ribbon, typically used in the Middle Ages and Renaissance periods for braids. She wrapped her hair with it and just secured it at the end and tucked in the belt. Very nice, indeed.
@ Many thanks. It’s an unusual design hooking it into the dress like that.
Thank you. Love the PRB. This one is just as good as their best. I only knew of him as the director of the NG but he was a very fine artiist
A very fine artist indeed. Too bad that he gave up painting entirely when he became head of the NG, but I guess by then, his eyesight wasn't so good either. Thank you for watching!
@ still hard to believe it’s wc. Wonder if there is info in his technique and what a draftsman!
excellent video.
Thank you for watching and commenting!
It looks as if they were about to pass one another silently when he gives into his passion (not spiritual) and throws his arms around hers. She might even smell like the roses at her feet , a scent he wants on himself, a reminder of what he’s about to fight for.
Why did I not see this before. I am Irish and got honours in art in my leaving cert.
Its never too late!
This is a beautiful painting. Given that it is watercolor, there are many fine details. The right arm in mail is particularly fine...catching the light, but also shadow indicating the folds from the loose fit.
Sadly, I was distracted by the mispronounced 'turret'....repeatedly
That's true, sorry about that. As we are all from different corners of the world, the occasional mispronunciation is bound to happen. Thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts!
@LayersInArt I can appreciate that. Even when English is first language, something like the Merriam-Webster dictionary online can help with pronouncing words infrequently used.
@@LayersInArtit’s the title of the work!
Remarcable
The Pre-Raphaelites are my favorite.
What is the name of the music at the beginning, please? It’s lovely
You can get the track here: bit.ly/4ieAxzk
A charming painting, being a sad reminder of the lack of opportunity, and dependence on others, which women had to endure for most of human history, and the restrictions of the European class system.
Very true and sad...
It shows forbidden love
It really does!
I automatically thought of Dunluce.
What is the white cloth?
That's the lining of her dress, I think, some kind of fur or animal skin like rabbit or something like that (to protect against the cold).
I bought this print over 20 years ago at the Dublin art gallery. It sits in pride of place beside my fireplace and, therefore, I see it every day. The power of their yearning and torment that this painting evokes never fails to touch me but, nevertheless, it is not a negative but a positive, the fact that love exists and prevails if only momentarily. Opposite to this print, I have mounted a wall of Pre-Raphaelite prints ridiculously expensively framed prints to accompany it which I enjoy, but not as much as this. I never tire of this moment between these two lovers. However, I wish the narrator had been informed of the correct pronunciation of the word “turret”. Utterly ridiculous and annoying.
So sorry about the Turret pronunciation and thank you for pointing it out! In spite of all efforts, the occasional mispronunciation may still happen. Trying to keep it at a very minimum, though!
@ Oh, dear. I now feel narsty about my comment. So sorry! I am a Canadian. I wasn’t brought up to be rude! Gah!
@@kathleenclark5877 You weren't rude at all, you are right and I thank you for pointing it out, I know better now!🌹
Is that Wynns Hotel in the photo.
That is indeed the Wynns Hotel along with the Royal Hibernian Academy of Art
Discernment: Those that have a desire to control others do so due to insecurities and/or narcissist personality disorder. They are living through the Lower Mind.
Beth Bartlett
Sociologist/Behavioralist
and Historian
Tennessee, USA
(Irish Lineage Orgin, County Kerry)
Much better to let people marry who they want than what happened here.
Couldn't agree more!
They should have just eloped.
Sooo true!
Romeo and Juliet
😅😅😅😅😅😅😮😮😮
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The title is pronounced TUR-ret, short "u" and accent on the first syllabel, which means tower. Tourettes is a muscular syndrome that causes random twitching.
saothair ealaíne álainn
Alternatively, he could be just wiping his nose on her sleeve...
Good point, I don't think he had any pockets for a handkerchief on that battle suit of his!
Beautiful