The Coming of Bride 1917

John Duncan's 1917 painting, "The Coming of Bride," is a Pre-Raphaelite work that depicts a procession of figures through a lush, flowering landscape. The central figure, a woman in white, represents the Bride, and she is flanked by other figures, some clothed and some nude, symbolizing the different aspects of life. Duncan's use of bright colors and detailed brushwork creates a sense of both beauty and spirituality, reflecting the Pre-Raphaelite emphasis on nature and the human form. The painting's allegorical nature invites viewers to contemplate the meaning of love, life, and the passage of time.