The Pre Raphaelites in Oxford Movie

The Pre-Raphaelites in Oxford The City of Oxford provided a stunning backdrop to the stories of Inspector Morse, created by Colin Dexter. But Morse was not the only character to be enchanted by the 'City of Gleaming Spires'. Around 130 years earlier Oxford was to prove influential to the group of real-life artists who formed the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. The PRB wanted to move away from what they perceived as the stagnant academic art promoted by the Royal Academy in London and replace it with something more heartfelt, honest and less contrived. In following their ambitions these artists were to change British painting in a manner that has created a legacy that persists to the present day. A fascinating, detailed look at their close ties with Oxford and the importance of the City in their establishment of a new art for Britain.