Autumn Ophelia

It's been a while, so here she is. This time from John William Waterhouse.

Surveying Ophelia

Ophelia by Sir John Everett Millais, 1851-1852

An iconic image from the pen of William Shakespeare, she has been the subject of many artists throughout the centuries.

The above painting is one of the most famous depictions of Ophelia, modeled by the incomparable Pre-Raphaelite muse, artist, and poet Elizabeth Siddal. Be on the lookout for more "Ophelias" from time to time....

Corsets

Uncomfortable, a method of torture, binding, sexy...I've never worn one, but I am tempted. I think they are so pretty! There are many books on the history of this garment. Valerie Steele's book is particularly good.