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Sky Kosa.

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Eva Gonzales, Woman Awakening, 1876

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shot by perla diaz

west hollywood, los angeles

circa 2023

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Ophelia

Sarah Bernhardt, Ophelia (n.d.). White marble in a wood frame, 70 x 59 cm. Private collection, Normandy, France.

In the realm of art and literature, few scenes are as hauntingly captivating as Ophelia's tragic demise in William Shakespeare's Hamlet. Sarah Bernhardt, celebrated for her unparalleled prowess on the stage, extends her artistic expression into the medium of sculpture with her rendition of Ophelia. This piece, a rare surviving work signed by Bernhardt, offers a unique visual exploration of one of literature's most poignant figures.

A Fusion of Art and Tragedy:

Bernhardt's Ophelia is not merely a sculptural representation; it is a narrative frozen in marble. Inspired by Shakespeare's vivid depiction of Ophelia's final moments, Bernhardt captures the essence of the character's tragic end through the medium of high relief. The sculpture portrays Ophelia in a bust form, her head elegantly turned, eyes closed, as if in peaceful resignation to her fate.

The Garland of Flowers:

Adorned with a garland of flowers, the sculpture's Ophelia is enveloped by water that seamlessly merges with her tresses. Bernhardt’s attention to detail is manifest in the intricately carved flowers and the delicate waves of the 'glassy stream', creating a texture that contrasts strikingly with the smooth, bulging form of Ophelia's exposed breast. This duality of texture highlights the sculpture's technical mastery and artistic depth.

A Moment Between Life and Death:

Though depicted at the moment of her death, Bernhardt's Ophelia exudes an undeniable eroticism through her sensuous open-mouthed expression, overt nudity, and languid pose. This portrayal suggests not despair but an ecstatic consummation, presenting death not as a moment of loss but as a profound, albeit tragic, fulfillment. It's a bold interpretation that challenges traditional readings of Ophelia's character, suggesting a deeper, perhaps more complex relationship between the heroine and her fate.

Bernhardt's Artistic Legacy:

Sarah Bernhardt's Ophelia stands as a testament to her multifaceted talent and her ability to traverse the worlds of acting and sculpture with equal finesse. The sculpture serves not only as a memorial to Ophelia's tragic story but also as a reflection of Bernhardt's own interpretive genius and her capacity to imbue marble with the breath of life and emotion.

Reflecting on Ophelia:

In Bernhardt's Ophelia, we are invited to reconsider the narrative of the doomed heroine, seeing her not as a victim of circumstance but as a figure of complex emotional and existential depth. The sculpture asks us to ponder the thin line between life and death, the beauty found in the tragic end, and the eternal resonance of Shakespeare's work through the lens of Bernhardt's sculptural vision.

Your Perspective:

How does Sarah Bernhardt's sculptural interpretation of Ophelia challenge or enrich your understanding of the character? Does this portrayal alter your perception of Ophelia's final moments as an act of despair or an embrace of the inevitable?

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[violet-talisman-art]

Satyr

Brush and ink on paper 5”x7” Follow me on instagram.com/violet_talisman_artwww.threads.net/@violet_talisman_artwww.facebook.com/helenbaq.arttiktok.com/@violettalismanart

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"Not fragile like a flower…fragile like a bomb." ~ Unknown

"Revolution Is Female" by Rasha Eleyan, 2024

Series: Revolution Is Female

Arty-Fact: “My series Revolution Is Female serves as a way to deal with unexpected change – and trying to revolt against rules that are beyond my control.

“The series features still life art that is loaded with symbolism and is undeniably from a female perspective. It touches on women's rights and men’s authority, a demanding art market and trying to make sense of a world gone astray.” ~ Rasha Eleyan

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Persona (2023)

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Did ya know my Starry Night pattern from my fabric shop is also available on ready-made items in my Redbubble shop? Welp, now ya know! https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/30471751?ref=studio-promote #starrynight #vangoh #sky #star #teal #art #artoftheday #redbubble #redbubbleartists #womeninart #starrynightvangogh https://www.instagram.com/p/CoizJzDOtWi/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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💥Experimentación digital 💥 💥Creación de imágenes 💥 #autoretrato #digitalart #digitalportrait #visualart #artevisual #femaleartist #womeninart #experimentacion #digital #artofinstagram #artoftheday (en Mexico City, Mexico) https://www.instagram.com/p/CqbAIW1O1is/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Rinは優雅に動きながら、体のバランスを上手く保ちながら運動しています。彼女の体は弾力があり、健康的に見えます。 . ジムでのトレーニング時間では、彼女のエネルギーは強く、ダイナミックに流れながらも、トレーニング中でも常に安定したバランスを保ちます。 . ヨガスタジオでのトレーニングでは、彼女は静的なバランスとエネルギーを調和させて表現します。彼女は体と心を一つにするヨガのポーズを優雅に行いながら、バランスを上手く保ちます。 . さらに、彼女はあなたの上に立ち、エネルギーを発散することもあります。あなたは彼女と一緒にヨガのポーズを取っています。Rinはあなたのエネルギーを受け取り、一瞬爆発するように反応しながらも、依然として体のエネルギーを保っています。 . 動きは優雅でありながら、バランスを取りながら流れるエネルギーの調和を示しています。 . . Rin은 우아하게 움직이는 모습으로, 몸의 균형을 잘 유지하면서 운동하고 있습니다. 그녀의 몸은 탄력 있고 건강해 보입니다. . Gym에서의 운동 시간에 그녀의 에너지는 강하고 다이내믹하게 흐르면서도, 운동 도중에도 항상 안정된 밸런스를 유지합니다. . Yoga 스튜디오에서 운동하는 그녀는 정적인 밸런스와 에너지를 조화롭게 표현합니다. 그녀는 몸과 마음을 하나로 합치는 요가 포즈를 우아하게 수행하면서 균형을 잘 유지합니다. . 또한 그녀는 당신의 위에 올라서서 에너지를 발산하기도 합니다. 당신은 그녀와 함께 요가자세를 취하고 있습니다. Rin은 당신의 에너지를 받아 순간적으로 폭발하듯 반응하며 몸을 잠시 멈추기도 하지만, 여전히 몸의 에너지를 유지하고 있습니다. 움직임은 우아하면서도 균형을 잡으며 흐르는 에너지의 조화로움을 보여줍니다.

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Mihri Müşfik Hanım, Nude Woman with Mirror, n.d.

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My newest portrait stained glass inspired by “Colors of the Wind”. #stainedglass #glassart #pocahontas #colorsofthewind #disney #art #glass #denverartist #coloradoartist #wind #leaves #native #colorful #abstractart #princess #fantasyart #woman #womeninart #scrapglass #modernart #face #person #femme #paintwithallthecolorsofthewind #cartoonart #popart #craft #craftideas #handmade #etsyart (at Denver, Colorado) https://www.instagram.com/p/CmxPG1Au1m9/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Listen to the stars...

by Crystal Smith www.heycrystalsmith.com

[jjungpainting]

Sunset on the Island Watercolor, 7 x 9.5"