Inspiration from the High Renaissance artist Raphael

The Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood was formed by a group of young artists and poets who were inspired by the art and values that preceded the influence of Raphael

Critiques of the British Royal Academy of Arts

John Ruskin's opposition to the promotion of Raphael's style

The Brotherhood's ideals were shaped by John Ruskin's critiques of the British Royal Academy of Arts' promotion of Raphael's style

Rejuvenation of art through realism, fidelity to nature, and moral and spiritual truths

The founding members of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood aimed to rejuvenate art by focusing on meticulous realism, fidelity to nature, and the infusion of moral and spiritual truths

Departure from artistic norms of the Victorian era

The Pre-Raphaelite movement represented a radical departure from the artistic norms of the Victorian era

Emphasis on detail-oriented and spiritually rich art of the early Renaissance

The Pre-Raphaelites advocated for a return to the detail-oriented and spiritually rich art of the early Renaissance

Marked by vivid naturalism, intricate symbolism, and themes of romance and medievalism

The works of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood were characterized by vivid naturalism, intricate symbolism, and often included themes of romance and medievalism

Extension into literature

The influence of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood extended into literature, where it manifested in poetry and prose that celebrated detail, medievalism, and symbolism

Key literary figures and their works

Dante Gabriel Rossetti and his exploration of themes of love, beauty, and morality

Dante Gabriel Rossetti's works delved into themes of love, beauty, and morality, reflecting the Pre-Raphaelite movement's broader interest in the human condition

Christina Rossetti and her renowned work "Goblin Market"

Christina Rossetti's "Goblin Market" is renowned for its rich imagery and exploration of themes such as temptation and redemption, reflecting the Pre-Raphaelite movement's interest in the human condition

William Morris and his works that delved into themes of love, beauty, and morality

William Morris' works explored themes of love, beauty, and morality, reflecting the Pre-Raphaelite movement's broader interest in the human condition

Influence on future generations and movements

The Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood's commitment to authenticity, detailed observation of nature, and defiance of artistic norms inspired future generations, including the Aesthetic and Arts and Crafts movements

"List of Immortals" and ongoing dialogue with the artistic community

The Pre-Raphaelites' "List of Immortals," a ranking of historical figures based on perceived excellence, exemplifies their ongoing dialogue with the artistic community

Celebration and continued study of the Pre-Raphaelite movement

Today, the Pre-Raphaelite movement is celebrated for its distinctive contribution to the cultural and artistic milieu of the nineteenth century, and its works continue to be studied and admired for their beauty and complexity