Edward Burne-Jones

Edward Burne-Jones was a British artist born on August 28, 1833, in Birmingham, England, and he passed away on June 17, 1898, in London. He was a prominent figure in the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, a movement that sought to revive the detail, color, and complexity of Quattrocento Italian art. Burne-Jones is renowned for his contributions to the aesthetic movement and his intricate, dreamlike paintings that often depicted medieval and mythological themes. His collaboration with William Morris in the decorative arts significantly influenced the Arts and Crafts Movement. Key events in his life include his education at Exeter College, Oxford, where he met Morris, and his subsequent mentorship under Dante Gabriel Rossetti, which profoundly shaped his artistic direction. Burne-Jones's legacy is evident in his impact on both fine and decorative arts, leaving a lasting impression on the visual culture of the late 19th century.