Her Eyes are with Her Thoughts and They are Far Away 1897

"Her Eyes are with Her Thoughts and They are Far Away" is a painting by Lawrence Alma-Tadema, completed in 1897. It portrays a woman in a classical setting, likely inspired by ancient Roman culture. The woman, clad in flowing white robes, sits on a couch in a seemingly contemplative mood. Her gaze is fixed on the distant sea beyond the balcony, her face suggesting a thoughtful or melancholic state. The painting's soft lighting and muted colors create a tranquil ambiance, enhancing the sense of introspection that permeates the scene. The lush red blossoms of a potted plant, positioned near the woman, provide a splash of color and symbolic connection to nature and its transient beauty.