Ophelia by John Everett Millais: The painting Ophelia by John Everett Millais depicts a young woman sitting in a river, surrounded by flowers and foliage. She is holding a branch of lavender in her right hand and has a lemon slice in her left hand. The background of the painting features a blurred view of trees and hills, with a few birds flying overhead. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of melancholy and sadness, capturing the tragic story of Ophelia's death as described in Shakespeare's play Hamlet. The use of muted colors and delicate brushstrokes adds to the somber mood of the painting, while the inclusion of natural elements such as flowers and foliage emphasizes the connection between Ophelia and nature.
