Ophelia 1900

"Ophelia" by Pascal-Adolphe-Jean Dagnan-Bouveret, painted in 1900, depicts the tragic heroine from Shakespeare's Hamlet. Ophelia, clad in a white gown and adorned with a wreath of flowers, stands amidst lush greenery, her eyes filled with sorrow as she gazes towards a reflecting pond. The painting captures the poignant moment of Ophelia's descent into madness and her eventual demise, a subject that has resonated with artists throughout history. The delicate brushstrokes and ethereal palette contribute to the melancholic atmosphere, evoking the fragility and beauty of the character. This Romantic artwork reflects the prevailing themes of love, loss, and the power of nature in 19th-century art.