King Arthur and the Weeping Queens 1857

"King Arthur and the Weeping Queens," an 1857 woodcut by Dante Gabriel Rossetti, depicts a scene of grief and mourning. The composition centers on a group of queens, their faces obscured by flowing hair and sorrowful expressions, surrounding King Arthur, who is laid out before them. The woodcut's stark black and white lines create a sense of somberness, emphasizing the emotional weight of the scene. This work is representative of Rossetti's Pre-Raphaelite style, known for its detailed rendering and focus on literary and mythological themes.