Battledore 1870

"Battledore," painted in 1870 by Albert Joseph Moore, depicts a woman in a flowing blue robe, holding a battledore (a type of racket used in the game battledore and shuttlecock) in a contemplative pose. Moore, known for his Pre-Raphaelite influences, emphasizes the beauty of form and the idealized elegance of his subject. The work's subtle colors and intricate details contribute to its sense of stillness and ethereal beauty. This artwork, with its focus on classical aesthetics and serene imagery, epitomizes the Pre-Raphaelite aesthetic that captured the attention of Victorian art lovers.