Feb 26
Lady Godiva, (detail), (c. 1897), by John Collier (British, 1850 – 1934), oil on canvas, 142.2 cm (55.9 in) x 183 cm (72 in), Herbert Art Gallery & Museum
#lady godiva#john collier#painting#my upload#oil on canvas#art#fine art#19th century#pre raphaelite#courage#selfless sacrifice#quiet defiance against tyranny#noblewoman riding naked#the Coventry#compel her husband Earl Leofric to abolish oppressive taxes#dignified and determined#not humiliated#hair covering her and a downward gaze#symbol of sacrifice#archetype of a courageous individual#willing to undergo personal vulnerable sacrifice#greater good of her people#Defiance of Tyranny#bold non-violent protest#a triumph of justice#dignified vulnerability#modesty looking down#determination rather than shame#horse (symbolizing purity)#quiet solemn town setting