Loves votaries by Lawrence Alma-Tadema

The dolce vita of ancient Rome expresses itself with subtle and poetic sensuality in this major work. Two elegant female figures are seated on luxurious marble bleachers, their relaxed bodies expressing a romantic languor. They seem completely absorbed by the seductive ballet and whispered conversations of a couple below, in the beneficial shadow of the architecture. The mastery of mineral textures, the brilliance of the basin’s water, and the subtle contrasts of shadow and light burst forth the talent of the Victorian master. The pastel tones and the finesse of the features give the scene a soft and delicious melancholy. By choosing this canvas of bewitching beauty, you will envelop your interior with a delicate romantic aura and the tranquil opulence peculiar to Roman splendor.