The Boyhood of Raleigh 1870

"The Boyhood of Raleigh" (1870) by Sir John Everett Millais depicts a scene from the life of Sir Walter Raleigh, a renowned English explorer and writer. The painting features a young Raleigh, seated on a beach with two other boys, listening intently as an older man points towards the sea, perhaps telling them tales of his adventures. The painting is a prime example of Millais's Pre-Raphaelite style, characterized by its meticulous detail, rich color palette, and emphasis on narrative and symbolism. The painting can be found at both the Tate Modern and Tate Britain in London, UK.