The Beguiling of Merlin
Style# 505
Fairy Tales & Fables
$7.00
An excellent way to carry art with you. This pocket mirror features the mesmerizing painting The Beguiling of Merlin by Edward Burne-Jones.
- Pocket mirrors come packaged complete with a velvet bag for safe keeping.
- Dimensions: 2.25 Diameter.
- Design on one side with real glass mirror on the other side.
This painting is a direct reference to the Arthurian Legend of Merlin who had fallen in love with Nimue. Nimue is shown putting Merlin into a deep sleep in this painting. The Arthurian legends proved to be one of Edward Burne-Jones favorite subject matters during his fine career. This piece in particular may have reflected an area of Burne-Jones own life and one of his admirers, Mary Zambaco. The painting is mesmerizing with its 2 figures so hidden, yet prominent among the hawthorn trees.