Fair Rosamund and Queen Eleanor 1862 - 1863

"Fair Rosamund and Queen Eleanor" is a watercolor painting by the English artist Edward Burne-Jones, created between 1862 and 1863. The painting depicts a scene from the legend of Fair Rosamund, the mistress of King Henry II of England. Fair Rosamund is shown standing on the left side of the painting, looking at a mirror while Queen Eleanor, Henry's wife, enters from the right. The painting's muted tones and the subtle details of the women's expressions create a sense of tension and drama. The artwork is characterized by its Pre-Raphaelite style, with its attention to detail and its use of symbolism.