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Two queens, one on the left in red with green sleeves, one on the right in crimson and grey, are standing playing music on opposite sides of a carved and inlaid dulcimer or clavichord.
The Blue Closet by Dante Gabriel Rossetti, 1857
© Tate Collection
Details
- Category:
- Classical/Mythological
- Medium:
- Watercolour Dimensions: 34 x 25 cm
- Acquired in:
- 1916
- Vendor:
- Rae family
Two other ladies stand behind them, singing. Above their heads the wall is covered with blue and white tiling, as is also the floor, suggesting the title of the picture. Strong blue touches on an escutcheon at the back carry the idea still further.
Provenance
Originally collection of William Morris; collection of Rae.
Venue details
Tate Collection
The Tate Collection is on display at Tate Britain, Tate Modern, Tate Liverpool and Tate St Ives.