Elizabeth Siddal c. 1854

This graphite drawing, "Elizabeth Siddal", was created by Dante Gabriel Rossetti circa 1854. The subject is Rossetti's wife, Elizabeth Siddal, depicted in a simple, yet elegant, pose. The artist uses a delicate touch to render her form, emphasizing the soft contours of her figure, highlighting the flow of her dress, and conveying a sense of ethereal beauty. The drawing's muted tones and subtle details contribute to the melancholic air that often characterizes Rossetti's work, a sentiment associated with the Pre-Raphaelite movement to which Rossetti belonged. This drawing is a testament to the beauty and enduring influence of Elizabeth Siddal, a muse for many Pre-Raphaelite artists.