Sappho 1865

"Sappho," a 1865 portrait by Julia Margaret Cameron, is a striking example of the Pre-Raphaelite influence on her work. Cameron's portrait of Sappho, the ancient Greek poet, is an intensely personal and evocative image. The sitter's profile, captured in sharp detail, conveys a sense of introspective longing, echoing the themes of love and longing often explored in Sappho's poetry. This image is a testament to Cameron's mastery of the photographic medium and her ability to capture the essence of her subjects.