Venus 

This delicate pencil drawing by Edward Burne-Jones depicts Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty. The figure, rendered in a soft, ethereal style, stands with her head bowed, creating a sense of modesty and introspection. The artist’s masterful use of subtle shading and light creates a sense of depth and volume within the minimalist composition. This drawing, likely a study for a larger work, showcases Burne-Jones’ Pre-Raphaelite aesthetic, characterized by a focus on detail, symbolic imagery, and a fascination with mythology.