Love's Melancholy 1866

"Love's Melancholy", a Romantic painting by Constant Mayer, depicts a young woman in a somber pose, standing in a rural landscape. The woman's downcast gaze and the wilted flowers in her hand evoke a sense of sadness and loss. The painting's soft colors and hazy atmosphere contribute to its melancholic tone, emphasizing the woman's emotional state. Created in 1866, this oil painting is currently housed at The Art Institute of Chicago. The artwork is known for its melancholic portrayal of a young woman, with a sense of loss and heartache. This painting exemplifies the themes of love, loss, and the melancholic mood that often characterizes Romanticism.