Le Chant D'Amour 

Edward Burne-Jones created “Le Chant D'Amour” with watercolor and gouache, capturing the essence of love's melancholy. Observe the maiden playing the organ; music, since antiquity, is the mediator between the human and the divine. Opposite, another woman rests, her head in her hand, embodying the very image of melancholia. This gesture of the head resting upon the hand carries echoes from classical antiquity. Think of depictions of Saturn, the melancholic god, forever burdened by reflection. This posture is a visual echo, reappearing throughout art history—a constant, yet ever-evolving symbol. It transcends time, yet changes with each representation. The melancholic figure resonates on a subconscious level, engaging with our deepest feelings of loss and longing. The motif is a powerful force, a testament to the enduring human experience across epochs.