CLAIRE MILNER British, b. 1966
‘Truth’ references ‘Una and the Lion’ depicted by Briton Riviere, inspired by ‘The Faerie Queene’, one of the great long poems in the English language, written in the 16th century by Edmund Spenser. The Faerie Queene is notable for its rich use of language, and its innovative verse form, the Spenserian stanza. An epic poem, characterized by its extensive use of allegory, the characters, events, and settings all represent abstract qualities, concepts, and moral or ethical ideas. It delves into themes of chivalry, morality, and the power of good over evil. It follows the adventures of several knights, each of whom represents a different virtue, and Una who represents truth.
Provenance
Artist studio in Yorkshire, UK.
Exhibitions
'Gardeners of Eden' Solo Exhibition at NoonPowell Fine Art, London (September / October 2026