Wings Of The Morning
To scale 31 x 23 in on the wall
Representative Hand-applied gesso embellishment
About the Artwork
Painted during Hughes' mature period when he had perfected his synthesis of Pre-Raphaelite idealism with Symbolist mysticism, this work exemplifies his fascination with liminal moments between night and day, earth and heaven. Hughes, who had studied under Ford Madox Brown and worked alongside Burne-Jones, created this painting when the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood's influence was waning, yet he remained committed to their vision of spiritual beauty rendered with technical precision. The composition reflects the period's interest in Romantic poetry and biblical imagery, particularly Psalm 139's reference to taking "the wings of the morning," transforming sacred text into visual allegory that resonated with Edwardian audiences seeking transcendence amid rapid modernization.
Product Specifications
- Finished size
- 31 x 23 in
- Frame
- Gold, premium resin, mitred
- Canvas
- Heavyweight Fredrix poly/cotton
- Finish
- Hand-applied gesso embellishment
- Inks
- Archival HP Latex, 100-year colorfastness
- Stretcher
- Solid poplar, kiln dried
- Hanging
- Wire and dust cover fitted
- Item
- 1730521
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Care & Hanging
Every piece arrives ready to hang: wire hardware pre-installed, kraft paper dust cover, gallery-finished corners.
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Care: Dust lightly with a soft, dry cloth as needed. Avoid direct sunlight to preserve the colors. Avoid hanging in high-humidity environments (bathrooms with active showers). Our finish is durable but is not waterproof.
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