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This picture was painted in 1878by the mature artist well after
his great Pre-Raphaelite phase. It is based on the story by
Sir Walter Scott, whose Scottish historical novels so appealed
to men of Millais generation. Edgar, Master of Ravenswood has
rescued Lucy Ashton, the daughter of his enemy from a
rampaging bull. The background is not as detailed as in his
earlier phase, but is still skillfully done. The facial
features of the couple are very striking, and they seem to
stand out from the picture.
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