The Sea Maidens
To scale 31 x 20 in on the wall
Representative Hand-applied gesso embellishment
About the Artwork
Painted during the height of De Morgan's artistic maturity, The Sea Maidens represents her sophisticated engagement with classical mythology filtered through Pre-Raphaelite sensibilities. Created in 1886, this work emerged during a period when De Morgan was exploring themes of feminine power and spiritual transformation, often drawing upon ancient Greek and Celtic mythologies. The painting reflects the broader Victorian fascination with mermaids and water spirits, yet De Morgan's treatment transcends mere fantasy illustration through her profound understanding of human anatomy and her ability to imbue mythological subjects with psychological depth. Unlike her male Pre-Raphaelite contemporaries who often portrayed women as passive objects of desire, De Morgan presents these sea maidens as autonomous beings, connected to each other and to the elemental forces of nature.
Product Specifications
- Finished size
- 31 x 20 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
- 1521121
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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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