{"title":"William Holman Hunt","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"gezicht-vanaf-terras-op-rivierlandschap-bij-nacht-william-holman-hunt","title":"Gezicht vanaf terras op rivierlandschap bij nacht - William Holman Hunt","description":"\u003cp\u003eA tranquil night scene by William Holman Hunt, depicting a couple embraced on a terrace overlooking a moonlit river. This watercolour showcases Hunt's detailed realism and dramatic use of light and shadow.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis watercolour by William Holman Hunt (1827-1910), a British painter associated with the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, depicts a night scene overlooking a river. The viewpoint is from a terrace, with a balustrade visible in the foreground. A couple stands embraced, their figures silhouetted against the moonlit vista. The river winds through a valley, reflecting the light of the moon and distant buildings. The sky is filled with clouds, adding to the dramatic atmosphere of the scene. Hunt's attention to detail is evident in the rendering of the foliage, the architectural elements of the terrace, and the subtle gradations of light and shadow. The composition is carefully balanced, with the tree on the left providing a counterweight to the open space on the right. The overall effect is one of tranquility and contemplation, inviting the viewer to share in the couple's intimate moment. The Pre-Raphaelites sought to return to the detailed realism and intense colours of early Italian art, rejecting what they saw as the mechanistic approach of later academic painting. Hunt was one of the founders of the Brotherhood, and his works often explored religious, moral, and literary themes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-girlhood-of-mary-virgin-dante-gabriel-rossetti\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Girlhood of Mary Virgin - Dante Gabriel Rossetti — Dante Gabriel Rossetti\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-car-of-love-edward-burne-jones\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Car of Love - Edward Burne-Jones — Edward Burne-Jones\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"William Holman Hunt","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57583759425871,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57583759491407,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57583759589711,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57583759622479,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57583759688015,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57583759720783,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":57583759753551,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57583759819087,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57583759884623,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/file_1d0f575e-df4b-40ec-91fc-3f36788b807f.jpg?v=1777379463"},{"product_id":"the-fathers-leave-taking-william-holman-hunt","title":"The Father's Leave-Taking - William Holman Hunt","description":"\u003cp\u003eA touching scene by William Holman Hunt, 'The Father's Leave-Taking' captures a tender moment between a mother and child, rendered with the artist's characteristic attention to detail and emotional depth.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWilliam Holman Hunt (1827-1910) was a British painter and one of the founders of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. This artistic movement, established in 1848, sought to reject what they considered the mechanistic approach first adopted by Mannerist artists who succeeded Raphael and Michelangelo. They believed that Classical poses and compositions had a corrupting influence on the academic teaching of art. They particularly admired the detail, luminous colours and complex compositions of Early Renaissance art. 'The Father's Leave-Taking' depicts a woman seated on the floor, holding a young child. The setting appears to be an interior space with a classical column and a glimpse into another room. The composition is rendered in fine lines, creating a detailed and textured image. The figures are the main subject, with the background providing context to the scene. The overall tone is one of quiet contemplation, typical of Hunt's narrative and symbolic style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-girlhood-of-mary-virgin-dante-gabriel-rossetti\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Girlhood of Mary Virgin - Dante Gabriel Rossetti — Dante Gabriel Rossetti\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-car-of-love-edward-burne-jones\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Car of Love - Edward Burne-Jones — Edward Burne-Jones\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"William Holman Hunt","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57583835513167,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57583835578703,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57583835677007,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57583835709775,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57583835775311,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57583835808079,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":57583835840847,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57583835906383,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57583835971919,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/file_b0d4b447-47c5-4bce-b7b2-7045fee87fb9.jpg?v=1777381937"},{"product_id":"the-triumph-of-the-innocents-william-holman-hunt","title":"The Triumph of the Innocents - William Holman Hunt","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed religious narrative by William Holman Hunt, depicting the Holy Family's flight into Egypt accompanied by the spirits of the Holy Innocents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eWilliam Holman Hunt, a founding member of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, dedicated several years to the creation of this ambitious religious work. The painting depicts the Holy Family during their flight into Egypt, accompanied by the spirits of the Holy Innocents. Hunt travelled to the Middle East to ensure the accuracy of the setting, reflecting his commitment to empirical observation and the rejection of conventional academic art practices.\n\nThe composition features the Virgin Mary and the Christ Child mounted on a donkey, led by Joseph through a nocturnal setting. Surrounding them are the spectral figures of children, representing the martyrs of Bethlehem. Hunt employed a meticulous technique, applying thin layers of pigment to achieve a luminous quality. The inclusion of large, translucent bubbles containing visions of a peaceful future adds a layer of symbolic complexity to the narrative. The artist worked on the canvas in Jerusalem, often painting directly from local models to capture the specific light and atmosphere of the region.\n\nThis work demonstrates the characteristic Pre-Raphaelite attention to detail, from the textures of the drapery to the precise rendering of the flora and the night sky. The figures of the children are rendered with a distinct ethereal quality, contrasting with the solid, grounded presence of the Holy Family. Hunt intended the painting to convey a sense of spiritual transcendence, grounded in the physical reality of the landscape. The work remains a primary example of the artist's late period, where his religious convictions merged with his rigorous approach to naturalism. It is a complex visual meditation on faith, sacrifice, and the promise of redemption, executed with the technical precision that defined Hunt's career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-car-of-love-edward-burne-jones\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Car of Love - Edward Burne-Jones — Edward Burne-Jones\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-sermon-on-the-mount-dante-gabriel-rossetti\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Sermon on the Mount - Dante Gabriel Rossetti — Dante Gabriel Rossetti\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"William Holman Hunt","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58251779146063,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58251779211599,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58251779244367,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58251779342671,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58251779375439,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58251779408207,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58251779473743,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58251779506511,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58251779539279,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58251779572047,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58251779637583,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58251779670351,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58251779735887,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58251779768655,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58251780292943,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58251780325711,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58251780391247,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Triumph-of-the-Innocents_Poster_CompositorV1_1782352691034.jpg?v=1782352837"},{"product_id":"the-triumph-of-the-innocents-william-holman-hunt-1","title":"The Triumph of the Innocents - William Holman Hunt","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed religious narrative by William Holman Hunt, depicting the Holy Family's flight into Egypt surrounded by the spirits of the Holy Innocents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eWilliam Holman Hunt began work on this composition during his time in Jerusalem, where he sought to achieve historical accuracy by painting in the actual locations associated with biblical events. The subject depicts the Holy Family during their flight into Egypt, accompanied by the spirits of the Holy Innocents, the children killed by Herod in Bethlehem. Hunt spent years refining the technical execution, often working in difficult conditions to capture the specific light and atmosphere of the region.\n\nThe composition is dense with symbolic detail. The Holy Family occupies the centre, with the Virgin Mary and the Christ Child mounted on a donkey led by Joseph. Surrounding them are the spirits of the children, rendered with a luminous quality that contrasts with the more grounded, earthy tones of the travellers. Hunt utilised a complex layering technique to achieve the specific glow of the figures, which appear to float through the night air. The inclusion of large, translucent bubbles containing visions of a future paradise adds a layer of mystical narrative to the scene.\n\nThis work reflects the artist's dedication to the Pre-Raphaelite principles of detailed observation and moral seriousness. The figures are rendered with anatomical precision, and the textures of the drapery, the donkey's harness, and the surrounding foliage demonstrate a high degree of technical control. The nocturnal setting allows for a dramatic interplay of light and shadow, which Hunt managed with careful attention to the moonlight and the ethereal radiance of the spirits. The painting remains a significant example of Victorian religious art, demonstrating the artist's desire to reconcile spiritual themes with a rigorous, almost scientific approach to visual representation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-sermon-on-the-mount-dante-gabriel-rossetti\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Sermon on the Mount - Dante Gabriel Rossetti — Dante Gabriel Rossetti\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-car-of-love-edward-burne-jones\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Car of Love - Edward Burne-Jones — Edward Burne-Jones\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"William Holman Hunt","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58232996135247,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58232996200783,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58232996233551,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58232996331855,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58232996364623,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58232996397391,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58232996462927,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58232996495695,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58232996528463,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58232996561231,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58232996626767,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58232996659535,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58232996725071,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58232996757839,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58232997282127,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58232997314895,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58232997380431,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Triumph-of-the-Innocents_Poster_CompositorV1_1782870734021.jpg?v=1782870900"},{"product_id":"mary-walker-waugh-william-holman-hunt","title":"Mary Walker Waugh - William Holman Hunt","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 1866 portrait of Mary Walker Waugh by Pre-Raphaelite painter William Holman Hunt, noted for its precise rendering of texture and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis portrait depicts Mary Walker Waugh, the mother of Fanny Waugh, who was Hunt's first wife. Painted in 1866, the work demonstrates the meticulous attention to detail characteristic of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. Hunt captures the sitter with a focus on psychological presence and material texture, from the delicate lace of her collar to the structured curls of her hair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition places the subject against a deep crimson background, which provides a stark contrast to her dark attire. The lighting is controlled, drawing the eye to the weathered features of her face and the precise rendering of her garments. Hunt was known for his rigorous approach to observation, and this portrait is no exception. He avoids idealisation, choosing instead to document the specificities of age and character with honesty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a member of the Pre-Raphaelite circle, Hunt often sought to combine moral seriousness with technical precision. While this is a private commission rather than a narrative painting, the same dedication to clarity and finish is present. The viewer is invited to observe the subtle variations in the fabric and the way light interacts with the lace and skin tones. The portrait remains a fine example of Victorian portraiture, reflecting the period's interest in domesticity and the representation of family figures through a lens of high realism. The work is currently held in the collection of the Ashmolean Museum, Oxford.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/undine-john-william-waterhouse\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eUndine - John William Waterhouse — John William Waterhouse\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/chaucer-at-the-court-of-edward-iii-ford-madox-brown\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eChaucer at the Court of Edward III - Ford Madox Brown — Ford Madox Brown\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"William Holman Hunt","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58343683752271,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58343683817807,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58343683916111,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58343683948879,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58343684014415,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Mary-Walker-Waugh_Poster_CompositorV1_1785365059389.jpg?v=1785366297"},{"product_id":"cornfield-at-ewell-william-holman-hunt","title":"Cornfield at Ewell - William Holman Hunt","description":"\u003cp\u003eA study of a harvest scene in Surrey, capturing the textures of wheat and a dramatic sky through direct observation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilliam Holman Hunt painted this study of a cornfield near Ewell, Surrey, during the early years of his career. It reflects the Pre-Raphaelite interest in direct observation of nature, a practice that defined the group's approach to painting outdoors. The work captures the harvest season with a focus on the textures of the cut wheat and the heavy, atmospheric sky above the fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is dominated by the golden tones of the harvested crop, contrasted against a dark, brooding sky. A single figure in a red jacket works in the middle distance, providing a sense of scale to the rural scene. The brushwork is direct and unrefined, characteristic of a study intended to capture the immediate qualities of light and colour rather than a polished studio production. The sheaves of corn in the foreground are rendered with quick, decisive strokes, while the distant horizon remains relatively simplified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHunt, a founder of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, often sought to move away from the conventions of the Royal Academy. This small panel demonstrates his commitment to recording the English countryside with honesty. The painting serves as a record of the agricultural practices of the mid-nineteenth century, documenting the manual labour involved in the harvest before the widespread adoption of mechanical reapers. The sombre palette of the sky suggests an approaching storm, adding a sense of urgency to the scene. This work remains a clear example of the early experimental phase of the Pre-Raphaelite movement, where artists prioritised the truth of the natural world over idealised compositions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-girlhood-of-mary-virgin-dante-gabriel-rossetti\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Girlhood of Mary Virgin - Dante Gabriel Rossetti — Dante Gabriel Rossetti\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-car-of-love-edward-burne-jones\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Car of Love - Edward Burne-Jones — Edward Burne-Jones\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"William Holman Hunt","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58574245364047,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574245429583,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574245527887,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58574245560655,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574245626191,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Cornfield-at-Ewell_Poster_CompositorV1_1787801159683.jpg?v=1787802243"},{"product_id":"may-morning-on-magdalen-college-tower-oxford-william-holman-hunt","title":"May Morning on Magdalen College Tower, Oxford - William Holman Hunt","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed depiction of the annual May Day choir performance at Magdalen College, Oxford, rendered with the precision of the Pre-Raphaelite style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilliam Holman Hunt began this ambitious composition in 1888, capturing the annual May Day tradition at Magdalen College, Oxford. The painting depicts the college choir singing the Hymnus Eucharisticus from the top of the tower at sunrise. Hunt, a founder of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, applied his characteristic attention to detail and luminosity to the scene. He spent several years refining the work, often returning to the site to ensure the atmospheric conditions and the architectural features of the tower were rendered with precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is crowded with figures, including choristers, clergy, and local observers. The white surplices of the choir members catch the early morning light, creating a contrast against the stone masonry of the tower. Hunt included specific portraits of individuals known to him, adding a layer of personal documentation to the ceremonial event. The foreground features a basket of flowers, a nod to the spring season and the traditional festivities associated with the day. The sky is filled with birds in flight, suggesting the height of the vantage point and the expansive view over the city of Oxford.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically, the work displays the high-chroma palette and sharp focus that defined Hunt's later career. He utilised a meticulous layering technique to achieve the clarity of the figures and the textures of the fabric. The painting remains a significant record of late-Victorian academic life and the persistence of local customs. It reflects the artist's desire to combine religious devotion with the observation of contemporary life, a theme that occupied him throughout his career. The scale of the canvas allows for a dense arrangement of figures, yet each face retains a distinct character, demonstrating Hunt's skill in portraiture within a larger narrative framework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/undine-john-william-waterhouse\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eUndine - John William Waterhouse — John William Waterhouse\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/chaucer-at-the-court-of-edward-iii-ford-madox-brown\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eChaucer at the Court of Edward III - Ford Madox Brown — Ford Madox Brown\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"William Holman Hunt","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58574246314319,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574246379855,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574246478159,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58574246510927,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574246576463,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/May-Morning-on-Magdalen-College-Tower-Oxford_Poster_CompositorV1_1787801899294.jpg?v=1787802349"},{"product_id":"the-schoolgirls-hymn-william-holman-hunt","title":"The Schoolgirl's Hymn - William Holman Hunt","description":"\u003cp\u003eA portrait by Pre-Raphaelite artist William Holman Hunt, capturing a young girl in a blue cardigan with a red scarf, painted in 1859.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilliam Holman Hunt, a founding member of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, painted this portrait in 1859. The work depicts a young girl, identified as Edith Ransome, set against a rural backdrop. Hunt applies his characteristic attention to detail, visible in the texture of the knitted blue cardigan and the woven straw hat. The subject holds a small book, suggesting the title refers to her religious or educational pursuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis painting demonstrates the Pre-Raphaelite focus on naturalism and clear, bright colour. Hunt avoids the dark, bitumen-heavy palettes common in the academic art of his time, opting instead for a white ground that allows the pigments to retain their luminosity. The girl's expression is direct, engaging the viewer with a sense of immediacy. The background, while secondary to the figure, provides a sense of place, grounding the portrait in the English countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically, the work displays the meticulous brushwork Hunt maintained throughout his career. The red scarf provides a sharp contrast to the blue garment, drawing the eye to the centre of the composition. The artist signed and dated the work in the lower left corner, a common practice for his finished pieces. This portrait remains a clear example of the Victorian interest in domestic and moral subjects, rendered with a high degree of technical precision. The lighting is even and diffuse, characteristic of Hunt's outdoor painting sessions, where he sought to capture the effects of natural daylight on his subjects. The composition is balanced, with the figure occupying the majority of the frame, allowing for a study of both character and costume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/undine-john-william-waterhouse\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eUndine - John William Waterhouse — John William Waterhouse\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/chaucer-at-the-court-of-edward-iii-ford-madox-brown\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eChaucer at the Court of Edward III - Ford Madox Brown — Ford Madox Brown\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"William Holman Hunt","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58574316273999,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574316339535,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574316437839,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58574316470607,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574316536143,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Schoolgirl-s-Hymn_Poster_CompositorV1_1787803522035.jpg?v=1787804016"},{"product_id":"the-eve-of-saint-agnes-william-holman-hunt","title":"The Eve of Saint Agnes - William Holman Hunt","description":"\u003cp\u003eA narrative oil painting by William Holman Hunt, depicting a scene from John Keats's poem, The Eve of Saint Agnes, featuring a couple escaping a medieval castle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilliam Holman Hunt painted The Eve of Saint Agnes in 1848, shortly after the formation of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. The work draws its subject from the poem of the same name by John Keats. It depicts the moment Madeline and Porphyro escape from the castle during the revelry of the feast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHunt focuses on the contrast between the foreground figures and the background scene. In the foreground, the lovers prepare to depart, while a drunken reveler lies asleep on the floor, surrounded by hounds. Through the arched window, the viewer sees the chaotic, brightly lit party, which serves as a stark visual counterpoint to the quiet tension of the escape. The artist employs a meticulous approach to detail, characteristic of his early career, seen in the textures of the clothing, the stone architecture, and the scattered vessels on the floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition uses light to guide the eye. The warm, golden glow from the party illuminates the interior, casting long shadows and creating a sense of depth within the medieval setting. Hunt captures the narrative urgency of the poem, focusing on the physical reality of the scene rather than an idealised representation. The painting reflects the Pre-Raphaelite interest in literary themes and their rejection of the conventions taught at the Royal Academy. By grounding the romantic narrative in a tangible, almost gritty environment, Hunt provides a specific interpretation of Keats's verse. The attention to historical costume and architectural detail demonstrates his dedication to visual accuracy, a hallmark of his work throughout his career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-girlhood-of-mary-virgin-dante-gabriel-rossetti\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Girlhood of Mary Virgin - Dante Gabriel Rossetti — Dante Gabriel Rossetti\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-car-of-love-edward-burne-jones\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Car of Love - Edward Burne-Jones — Edward Burne-Jones\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"William Holman Hunt","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58574316863823,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574316929359,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574317027663,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58574317060431,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574317125967,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Eve-of-Saint-Agnes_Poster_CompositorV1_1787803576939.jpg?v=1787804075"},{"product_id":"the-dead-sea-from-siloam-william-holman-hunt","title":"The Dead Sea from Siloam - William Holman Hunt","description":"\u003cp\u003eA precise watercolour study of the arid terrain overlooking the Dead Sea, painted by Pre-Raphaelite artist William Holman Hunt during his travels in the Middle East.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilliam Holman Hunt, a founder of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, produced this work during his extensive travels in the Middle East. The painting depicts the arid, rugged terrain overlooking the Dead Sea, viewed from the vantage point of Siloam. Hunt travelled to the region with the specific intention of documenting biblical sites with scientific accuracy, moving away from the imaginative interpretations common in earlier European art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is defined by the harsh, clear light of the desert, which flattens the mid-ground while revealing the geological textures of the hills. Hunt employs a meticulous technique, using fine brushwork to render the strata of the earth and the sparse vegetation. The colour palette is dominated by ochres, burnt oranges, and dusty purples, reflecting the intense heat and mineral-rich soil of the region. The sky remains pale and hazy, providing a contrast to the textured, rocky foreground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work is notable for its departure from the narrative-heavy paintings that defined much of Hunt's earlier career. Instead, it focuses on the objective observation of the natural world. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the way he captures the specific light conditions of the Levant, a practice he maintained throughout his later years. The original work is housed within a decorative frame designed by the artist, which features symbolic motifs consistent with his interest in religious and historical iconography. This print captures the precise tonal shifts and the atmospheric quality of the original watercolour, offering a view of the terrain as it appeared to the artist in the late nineteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-sermon-on-the-mount-dante-gabriel-rossetti\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Sermon on the Mount - Dante Gabriel Rossetti — Dante Gabriel Rossetti\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-sleeping-beauty-edward-burne-jones\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Sleeping Beauty - Edward Burne-Jones — Edward Burne-Jones\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"William Holman Hunt","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58574374306127,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574374371663,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574374469967,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58574374502735,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574374568271,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Dead-Sea-from-Siloam_Poster_CompositorV1_1787805344160.jpg?v=1787805991"},{"product_id":"self-portrait-william-holman-hunt","title":"Self-Portrait - William Holman Hunt","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn early 1845 self-portrait by William Holman Hunt, painted when the artist was eighteen years old, capturing his youthful determination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis early self-portrait by William Holman Hunt, dated 1845, captures the artist at the age of eighteen. Painted three years before the formal establishment of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, the work offers a glimpse into the formative years of a painter who would soon reject the conventions of the Royal Academy. The composition is direct, focusing on the youthful features of the artist against a muted, monochromatic background that draws attention to his steady gaze and light-coloured hair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically, the painting demonstrates Hunt's early proficiency with oil media. The application of paint is controlled, showing a clear interest in the play of light across the face and the subtle textures of his dark coat and white collar. Unlike the highly detailed, jewel-toned canvases for which he became known later in his career, this portrait relies on a more traditional, restrained palette of browns and ochres. It reflects the academic training he received during his time as a student at the Royal Academy Schools, where he struggled against the rigid teachings of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work is signed with the initials 'WHH' and the date '1845' in the lower left corner, a mark of his growing confidence as a professional artist. By examining this piece, one observes the transition from a student of traditional methods to the radical thinker who sought to return to the sincerity of art produced before the time of Raphael. This portrait remains a personal document of an artist on the cusp of a major shift in British art history, capturing the quiet determination of a young man who was about to challenge the artistic establishment of his day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-sermon-on-the-mount-dante-gabriel-rossetti\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Sermon on the Mount - Dante Gabriel Rossetti — Dante Gabriel Rossetti\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-sleeping-beauty-edward-burne-jones\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Sleeping Beauty - Edward Burne-Jones — Edward Burne-Jones\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"William Holman Hunt","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58574377419087,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574377484623,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574377582927,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58574377615695,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574377681231,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Self-Portrait_Poster_CompositorV1_1787805522437.jpg?v=1787806236"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-fanny-holman-hunt-william-holman-hunt","title":"Portrait of Fanny Holman Hunt - William Holman Hunt","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed portrait of Fanny Holman Hunt by Pre-Raphaelite artist William Holman Hunt, capturing the sitter with characteristic precision and emotional gravity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis portrait depicts Fanny Holman Hunt, the artist's first wife, shortly before her untimely death in Florence. William Holman Hunt, a founding member of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, applied his characteristic attention to detail to every element of the composition. The work captures Fanny in a domestic setting, positioned before a mantelpiece. Her attire is rendered with precision, particularly the heavy, patterned paisley shawl draped over her shoulders and the deep blue fabric of her dress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe painting reflects the Pre-Raphaelite interest in material texture and symbolic objects. A dark vase sits to the left, while a mirror behind her reflects the interior space, adding a layer of depth to the background. The inclusion of a white flower, held in her hand, introduces a subtle narrative element often found in Victorian portraiture. Hunt utilised a clear, bright palette, which was a hallmark of his technique, ensuring that the light reflects naturally off the various surfaces, from the polished wood to the soft skin tones of the sitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFanny Holman Hunt died of puerperal fever in 1866, shortly after giving birth to their son. Hunt worked on this portrait during a period of immense personal grief, and the painting remains a poignant record of his spouse. The composition avoids the idealised forms common in academic art of the era, opting instead for a direct, observational approach that prioritises the physical reality of the subject. The work is held in the collection of the Manchester Art Gallery, where it is recognised for its technical execution and its personal connection to the artist's life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/undine-john-william-waterhouse\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eUndine - John William Waterhouse — John William Waterhouse\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/chaucer-at-the-court-of-edward-iii-ford-madox-brown\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eChaucer at the Court of Edward III - Ford Madox Brown — Ford Madox Brown\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"William Holman Hunt","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58574427914575,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574427980111,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574428078415,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58574428111183,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574428176719,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-Fanny-Holman-Hunt_Poster_CompositorV1_1787806181360.jpg?v=1787807203"},{"product_id":"a-converted-british-family-sheltering-a-christian-priest-from-the-persecution-of-the-druids-william-holman-hunt","title":"A Converted British Family Sheltering a Christian Priest from the Persecution of the Druids - William Holman Hunt","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed historical narrative by William Holman Hunt, depicting a British family protecting a Christian priest from Druidic persecution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePainted in 1850, this work represents an early output of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. William Holman Hunt depicts a scene of religious tension in ancient Britain. A group of converts provides refuge to a Christian priest, who is shown in a red robe, while Druids pursue their targets in the background. The composition is divided between the sheltered interior and the open field where the persecution occurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHunt employs a high level of detail, characteristic of his approach to historical subjects. The figures are rendered with anatomical precision, and the textures of the clothing, skin, and natural surroundings are carefully observed. The use of light is specific, with the interior space illuminated by a soft, natural glow that contrasts with the activity outside. The artist focuses on the emotional state of the family, who appear anxious yet resolute in their protection of the priest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe painting reflects the Pre-Raphaelite interest in moral and historical themes, often drawing from early British history to explore concepts of faith and sacrifice. Hunt spent significant time researching the period to ensure the accuracy of the costumes and setting. The work demonstrates his technical skill in handling oil paint, particularly in the treatment of the foliage and the varied skin tones of the figures. By placing the viewer within the shelter, Hunt creates a sense of proximity to the narrative, allowing for an examination of the individual expressions and gestures of the subjects. This piece remains a clear example of the movement's focus on sincerity and direct observation of nature, applied to a complex historical narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-sermon-on-the-mount-dante-gabriel-rossetti\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Sermon on the Mount - Dante Gabriel Rossetti — Dante Gabriel Rossetti\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-sleeping-beauty-edward-burne-jones\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Sleeping Beauty - Edward Burne-Jones — Edward Burne-Jones\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"William Holman Hunt","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58574429487439,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574429552975,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574429651279,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58574429684047,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574429749583,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/A-Converted-British-Family-Sheltering-a-Christian-Priest-from-the-Persecution-of-the-Druids_Poster_CompositorV1_1787805548127.jpg?v=1787807365"},{"product_id":"the-scapegoat-william-holman-hunt","title":"The Scapegoat - William Holman Hunt","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed oil painting by William Holman Hunt, depicting a goat on the shores of the Dead Sea, rendered with precise realism and symbolic intent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilliam Holman Hunt painted The Scapegoat during his first journey to the Holy Land. He sought to achieve a level of historical and geographical accuracy that was rare for his period. The artist travelled to the shores of the Dead Sea to capture the desolate environment, enduring harsh conditions to ensure the background reflected the actual location described in Leviticus. The painting depicts a goat, adorned with a red fillet, standing in the salt-encrusted shallows of the sea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the biblical narrative, the scapegoat was driven into the wilderness to carry away the sins of the people. Hunt presents the animal as a solitary figure against a backdrop of mountains and a darkening sky. A rainbow arches over the horizon, providing a contrast to the barren foreground. The work is noted for its meticulous attention to detail, from the texture of the goat's fur to the crystalline salt deposits on the shore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis composition reflects the Pre-Raphaelite interest in moral and religious themes, combined with a rigorous approach to observation. Hunt spent significant time on-site, painting the background directly from nature before completing the animal in his studio. The result is a work that combines precise realism with symbolic weight. The stark lighting and the isolation of the subject create a sense of quiet intensity. It remains one of the most distinct examples of the artist's dedication to his craft and his theological interests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-sermon-on-the-mount-dante-gabriel-rossetti\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Sermon on the Mount - Dante Gabriel Rossetti — Dante Gabriel Rossetti\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-sleeping-beauty-edward-burne-jones\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Sleeping Beauty - Edward Burne-Jones — Edward Burne-Jones\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"William Holman Hunt","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58574540669263,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574540734799,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574540833103,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58574540865871,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574540931407,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Scapegoat_Poster_CompositorV1_1787808774577.jpg?v=1787809355"},{"product_id":"valentine-rescuing-silvia-from-proteus-william-holman-hunt","title":"Valentine Rescuing Silvia from Proteus - William Holman Hunt","description":"\u003cp\u003eA seminal Pre-Raphaelite painting by William Holman Hunt, depicting a dramatic scene from Shakespeare's The Two Gentlemen of Verona with meticulous detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilliam Holman Hunt painted this work in 1851, representing a significant moment in the development of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. The scene is taken from Shakespeare's play, The Two Gentlemen of Verona, specifically the moment Valentine intervenes to save Silvia from the unwanted advances of Proteus. Hunt utilised a rigorous approach to detail, painting the figures and the surrounding woodland setting directly from life to achieve a high degree of visual accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition features Valentine standing centrally, his hand held by Silvia, who kneels in a state of distress. To the right, Proteus kneels in a posture of contrition, his sword discarded on the grass. The figures are rendered with sharp clarity, a hallmark of the Pre-Raphaelite rejection of the blurred edges favoured by the Royal Academy at the time. The colour palette is particularly notable for its brightness, with the red of Valentine's tunic and the varied textures of the costumes providing a sense of material reality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis painting is an early example of the group's dedication to literary subjects combined with a modern, almost scientific, observation of nature. The inclusion of specific botanical details, such as the fallen leaves and the fungi on the forest floor, reflects the artist's desire to record the world with absolute fidelity. The frame itself, designed by Hunt, includes the title of the play and lines of dialogue from the scene, integrating the text into the physical object. The work remains a primary example of the movement's early aesthetic, where the narrative tension of the drama is balanced by the meticulous execution of the physical environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-sermon-on-the-mount-dante-gabriel-rossetti\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Sermon on the Mount - Dante Gabriel Rossetti — Dante Gabriel Rossetti\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-sleeping-beauty-edward-burne-jones\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Sleeping Beauty - Edward Burne-Jones — Edward Burne-Jones\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"William Holman Hunt","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58574562001231,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574562066767,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574562165071,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58574562197839,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574562263375,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Valentine-Rescuing-Silvia-from-Proteus_Poster_CompositorV1_1787809619690.jpg?v=1787809870"},{"product_id":"distant-view-of-nazareth-william-holman-hunt","title":"Distant View of Nazareth - William Holman Hunt","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed watercolour by William Holman Hunt, capturing the arid topography and architecture of Nazareth with characteristic Pre-Raphaelite precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilliam Holman Hunt, a founding member of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, travelled extensively in the Middle East to achieve historical accuracy in his religious subjects. This work captures the town of Nazareth with a focus on the arid, sun-drenched topography of the region. Hunt employed a meticulous technique, applying small, precise strokes of colour to build up the texture of the rocky terrain and the stone architecture of the settlement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is divided between the expansive, rolling hills that define the horizon and the immediate foreground, where two figures are positioned. Their presence provides a sense of scale against the town below. The palette is dominated by ochre, terracotta, and burnt sienna, reflecting the dry climate of the Levant. Hunt was known for his dedication to painting on-site, often enduring difficult conditions to capture the specific quality of light found in the Holy Land. This commitment to observation is evident in the sharp clarity of the buildings and the way the light interacts with the uneven ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike many of his contemporaries who relied on studio imagination, Hunt sought to ground his biblical narratives in the physical reality of the geography. The inclusion of the minaret and the dense cluster of dwellings offers a glimpse into the mid-nineteenth-century appearance of the town. The work functions as both a topographical record and a narrative scene, demonstrating the artist's ability to balance fine detail with a broader sense of place. The figures, rendered in contrasting blue and red garments, draw the eye into the scene, creating a connection between the viewer and the distant, sun-baked environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-sermon-on-the-mount-dante-gabriel-rossetti\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Sermon on the Mount - Dante Gabriel Rossetti — Dante Gabriel Rossetti\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-sleeping-beauty-edward-burne-jones\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Sleeping Beauty - Edward Burne-Jones — Edward Burne-Jones\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"William Holman Hunt","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58574562689359,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574562754895,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574562853199,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58574562885967,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574562951503,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Distant-View-of-Nazareth_Poster_CompositorV1_1787809535750.jpg?v=1787809930"},{"product_id":"the-light-of-the-world-william-holman-hunt","title":"The Light of the World - William Holman Hunt","description":"\u003cp\u003eA masterpiece of Pre-Raphaelite art, this painting depicts Christ standing at a closed door, holding a lantern to illuminate the night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilliam Holman Hunt painted The Light of the World between 1851 and 1853. This work is a primary example of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood's dedication to meticulous detail and symbolic narrative. The composition depicts Christ standing at a door overgrown with weeds, holding a lantern to illuminate the darkness. Hunt intended the image to represent the soul of the sinner, with the door having no handle on the outside, signifying that it must be opened from within.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe painting is noted for its technical precision. Hunt spent many nights working in a makeshift hut in the garden of his Chelsea home to capture the specific effects of moonlight and artificial lantern light. The figure of Christ wears robes adorned with jewels and a breastplate, reflecting Hunt's interest in historical accuracy and ecclesiastical symbolism. The crown of thorns is rendered with sharp, realistic detail, while the halo provides a soft, golden glow that contrasts with the nocturnal setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis version of the subject, housed at Keble College, Oxford, is the first of three major iterations Hunt produced. The artist applied the same rigour to the botanical elements in the foreground as he did to the figure, ensuring that every leaf and bramble contributes to the overall atmosphere of neglect and spiritual waiting. The arched top of the canvas mimics the shape of a church window, reinforcing the devotional nature of the piece. Through his careful application of paint and light, Hunt created a scene that invites quiet contemplation of its theological themes. The work remains a significant example of Victorian religious art, demonstrating the artist's ability to combine high-finish realism with complex allegorical meaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/undine-john-william-waterhouse\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eUndine - John William Waterhouse — John William Waterhouse\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/chaucer-at-the-court-of-edward-iii-ford-madox-brown\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eChaucer at the Court of Edward III - Ford Madox Brown — Ford Madox Brown\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"William Holman Hunt","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58574563639631,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574563705167,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574563803471,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58574563836239,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574563901775,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Light-of-the-World_Poster_CompositorV1_1787809563170.jpg?v=1787810043"},{"product_id":"afterglow-in-egypt-william-holman-hunt","title":"Afterglow in Egypt - William Holman Hunt","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed study of an Egyptian woman in a field, painted by William Holman Hunt during his travels in the Middle East.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilliam Holman Hunt painted Afterglow in Egypt during his extended travels in the Middle East. The work depicts an Egyptian woman carrying a sheaf of wheat upon her head, accompanied by a green vessel and a collection of pigeons. Hunt travelled to the region to seek authentic settings for his religious and historical subjects, aiming to achieve a level of precision that he felt was absent in contemporary European art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition features a woman standing in a field near the Nile. The light captures the specific atmospheric conditions of the Egyptian sunset, which gives the painting its title. Hunt applied his characteristic attention to detail, rendering the textures of the wheat, the fabric of the woman's garments, and the plumage of the birds with meticulous care. The frame itself is an integral part of the work, featuring decorative motifs that complement the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis painting reflects the Victorian interest in the Near East, a subject that occupied many artists of the period. Hunt spent several years refining the image, ensuring that the colours and lighting effects met his exacting standards. The figure of the woman is presented with dignity, and the inclusion of the birds adds a sense of movement to the otherwise static pose. The work remains a primary example of the artist's dedication to empirical observation and his desire to ground his narratives in physical reality. It is a study of light, form, and the cultural environment of mid-nineteenth-century Egypt, executed with the technical rigour associated with the Pre-Raphaelite movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/penelope-dante-gabriel-rossetti\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePenelope - Dante Gabriel Rossetti — Dante Gabriel Rossetti\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-sleeping-beauty-edward-burne-jones\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Sleeping Beauty - Edward Burne-Jones — Edward Burne-Jones\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"William Holman Hunt","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58574702838095,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574702903631,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574703001935,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58574703034703,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574703100239,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Afterglow-in-Egypt_Poster_CompositorV1_1787811549788.jpg?v=1787812098"},{"product_id":"the-finding-of-the-saviour-in-the-temple-william-holman-hunt","title":"The Finding of the Saviour in the Temple - William Holman Hunt","description":"\u003cp\u003eA masterpiece of Pre-Raphaelite precision, this painting depicts the biblical narrative with rigorous attention to historical detail and light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilliam Holman Hunt began this ambitious work during his first journey to the Holy Land. He sought to achieve historical accuracy by painting on location in Jerusalem, where he studied local customs, architecture, and the appearance of the Jewish community to inform his depiction of the biblical narrative. The painting captures the moment Mary and Joseph discover the twelve-year-old Jesus debating with the doctors of the law in the temple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHunt employs a meticulous technique, characteristic of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, which prioritises sharp focus and clear, bright colour. Every element, from the textures of the robes to the architectural details of the temple interior, receives equal attention. The composition is crowded, reflecting the busy atmosphere of the temple, yet the central figures of Jesus and his parents remain distinct through their placement and the emotional intensity of their interaction. The contrast between the youthful, calm demeanour of Jesus and the varied expressions of the learned men surrounding him creates a narrative tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work represents a departure from traditional religious art of the period, which often relied on idealised or conventional imagery. Hunt instead opted for a rigorous, observational approach. He spent years refining the details, including the specific patterns on the garments and the complex light effects filtering through the temple structure. The result is a dense, highly finished image that invites close inspection of its individual components. It remains a primary example of the Victorian obsession with archaeological precision in religious painting, demonstrating the artist's dedication to his self-imposed standard of truth to nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/undine-john-william-waterhouse\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eUndine - John William Waterhouse — John William Waterhouse\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/chaucer-at-the-court-of-edward-iii-ford-madox-brown\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eChaucer at the Court of Edward III - Ford Madox Brown — Ford Madox Brown\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"William Holman Hunt","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58574736949583,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574737015119,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574737113423,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58574737146191,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58574737211727,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Finding-of-the-Saviour-in-the-Temple_Poster_CompositorV1_1787811571024.jpg?v=1787813064"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/en-nz\/collections\/william-holman-hunt.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}