Jane Morris

Jane Morris, an iconic figure of the Pre-Raphaelite movement, captivated artists with her beauty, inspiring notable works of art and leaving a lasting impact on the art world.

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Jane Morris (October 2, 1839 – January 26, 1914) was a British model and embroiderer, best known as the muse and lover of Pre-Raphaelite artist and poet Dante Gabriel Rossetti.

Morris’s striking beauty made her a sought-after model for the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, and she appeared in many of Rossetti’s works, including “Proserpine,” “The Blue Bower,” and “La Ghirlandata.” She was also an accomplished embroiderer, and her work was often featured in Rossetti’s paintings and exhibited in galleries.

Morris’s personal life was marked by tragedy and scandal. She married William Morris in 1857, but the marriage was unhappy, and she began an affair with Rossetti. After Rossetti’s death in 1870, Morris continued to live in London and worked as an embroiderer. She also wrote several articles and essays about her life and experiences with the Pre-Raphaelites.

Morris is remembered as one of the most iconic figures of the Pre-Raphaelite movement. Her beauty and talent inspired some of the most famous works of art of the period, and her story continues to fascinate and intrigue people to this day.