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The Return of the Dove to the Ark, 1851 (oil on canvas)
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The Return of the Dove to the Ark, 1851 (oil on canvas)
1217354 The Return of the Dove to the Ark, 1851 (oil on canvas) by Millais, John Everett (1829-96); 88.2x54.9 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22816996
© Ashmolean Museum / Bridgeman Images
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The Return of the Dove to the Ark, 1851" is a captivating oil painting by John Everett Millais that beautifully captures a moment of hope and relief. The artwork depicts two young girls, daughters of Noah, eagerly watching as a dove returns to their ark with an olive branch in its beak. The composition exudes spirituality and faith as the girls stand in full length against the backdrop of the massive wooden ark. Their expressions are filled with relief and joy, symbolizing salvation and divine intervention after enduring the devastating flood. Millais' meticulous attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke, particularly in rendering the delicate feathers of the dove and intricate patterns on their flowing garments. The use of vibrant colors adds depth and life to this pre-Raphaelite masterpiece. This painting serves as a powerful reminder of resilience amidst adversity. It speaks not only to biblical narratives but also resonates with universal themes such as hope, renewal, and deliverance. As viewers gaze upon this timeless work of art housed at Ashmolean Museum in Oxford, they can't help but be moved by its profound message. "The Return of the Dove to the Ark" invites us into a world where faith triumphs over despair, reminding us that even in our darkest moments there is always room for redemption.
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