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I know a maiden fair to see, take care, 1868 (oil on paper laid down on canvas)
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I know a maiden fair to see, take care, 1868 (oil on paper laid down on canvas)
488118 I know a maiden fair to see, take care, 1868 (oil on paper laid down on canvas) by Perugini, Charles Edward (1839-1918); 54.8x53.8 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; (add.info.: This picture illustrates a passage from a German ballad translated by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow in 1843: " I know a maiden fair to see, / Take care! / She can both false and friendly be, / Beware! Beware! / Trust her not / She is fooling thee." ); eMinneapolis Institute of Art; The Ethel Morrison Van Derlip Fund, The William Hood Dunwoody Fund, and gift of funds from Ruth and Bruce Dayton, Darwin and Geri Reedy, Kevin and Polly Hart, and Ford Bell; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22671446
© Minneapolis Institute of Art The Ethel Morrison Van Derlip Fund, The William Hood Dunwoody Fund, and gift of funds from Ruth and Bruce Dayton, Darwin and Geri Reedy, Kevin and Polly Hart, and Ford Bell / Bridgeman Images
Appearance Appearances Ballad Beware Danger Deceit False Femme Fatale Friendly Gilt Frame Lyrics Maiden Round Roundel Seduction Seductive Song Take Care Trust Untrustworthy Warning Deceptive Pre Raphaelite
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I Know a Maiden Fair to See, Take Care
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is a captivating oil painting by Charles Edward Perugini, created in 1868. This exquisite artwork, measuring 54.8x53.8 cm, can be found at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts in Minnesota, USA. The painting depicts a seductive female figure portrayed through her head and shoulders. She holds a fan delicately in her hand while gazing directly at the viewer with an alluring expression. The artist skillfully captures both the beauty and danger that this maiden possesses. Inspired by a German ballad translated by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow in 1843, the painting warns viewers about the deceptive nature of this enchanting woman: "Trust her not; she is fooling thee". The lyrics caution against falling for her false charm and friendly demeanor. Perugini's pre-Raphaelite style shines through as he meticulously portrays every detail of his subject's appearance. The gilt frame surrounding the artwork adds to its allure and elegance. This mesmerizing roundel serves as a reminder to be cautious when encountering someone who appears too good to be true. With its rich symbolism and masterful execution, "I Know a Maiden Fair to See, Take Care" invites viewers into a world where appearances can deceive and urges them to beware of hidden dangers lurking beneath surface beauty.
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