The Afterglow in Egypt, 19th century
williamholmanhunt
Ashmolean Museum, Oxford, UK
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portrait
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possibly oil pastel
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oil painting
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portrait reference
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acrylic on canvas
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animal portrait
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animal drawing portrait
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facial portrait
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portrait art
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female-portraits
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fine art portrait
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digital portrait
"The Afterglow in Egypt" is a Pre-Raphaelite painting by William Holman Hunt, showcasing his meticulous attention to detail and realistic style. The painting depicts a young Egyptian woman, her dark skin and features rendered with precision. She carries a cage of doves and a vase, walking through a landscape with a calf by her side. Hunt's use of light and shadow, particularly the "afterglow" of the title, creates a sense of atmosphere and depth. The painting is part of the Ashmolean Museum's collection in Oxford, UK, and is a striking example of the Pre-Raphaelite movement's fascination with realism and exoticism.
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