Edward Robert Hughes was a British painter associated with the Pre-Raphaelite and Symbolist movements. His works are characterized by luminous colors, ethereal figures, and meticulous detail, often exploring... View More

Edward Robert Hughes was a British painter associated with the Pre-Raphaelite and Symbolist movements. His works are characterized by luminous colors, ethereal figures, and meticulous detail, often exploring themes of mythology and dreamlike fantasy.

As an assistant to William Holman Hunt, Hughes carried forward the Pre-Raphaelite tradition with a modern softness. His masterpiece Midsummer Eve exemplifies his poetic and spiritual vision.