Study For Luna 

Here we see Evelyn De Morgan’s preparatory sketch, “Study for Luna”, likely created in the late 19th or early 20th century. De Morgan's artwork exists within a Victorian society grappling with evolving ideas about women's roles and identities. As a woman artist within the Pre-Raphaelite circle, De Morgan navigated the male-dominated art world. The figure of Luna, the Roman goddess of the moon, becomes more than a mythological figure; she embodies feminine power and mystique. De Morgan does not objectify the female form, she gives her agency. De Morgan develops an alternative narrative by portraying Luna, in quiet contemplation. Luna is a classical subject, but De Morgan’s intimate approach reflects the shifting cultural landscape of her time. Luna’s introspective gaze encourages you to imagine her inner world, her hopes, and her fears. This sketch of Luna provides a sense of connection to both the artist and the mythical figure she represents. It invites us to reflect on the strength and complexity of the feminine spirit across time.