"A work of art is the unique result of a unique temperament."

As I've mentioned before, I shall be posting research on Sir John Everett Millais, and his painting "Ophelia".

Naturally, Millais is not the only one who has painted this tragic femme.

Other artist and their portrayals include:

Joseph Severn

Richard Redgrave

Eugène Delacroix (though he is most well known in the art world for this.)

James Sant

George Frederic Watts

Madeleine Lemaire

(For a complete list, check out this site)

SO WHO'S YOUR FAVORITE???

I'd have to say my favorite (so far) is Ernest Hébert's portrayal:




And the striking black and white version:



This Ophelia isn't you common poster child for flower seeds and helplessness; the flowers seem hang on to her, not the other way around. She projects emotion, depth, darkness, and sexuality through her piercing stare that speaks silently of a deep pain inside.