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John Everett Millais has remained a controversial artist even after his death. At first hailed as a child prodigy and a Pre-Raphaelite star, Millais was later vilified for his alleged betrayal of his own principles and for painting commercial popular art. In this video we explore Millais' life and art try to decipher the truth from fiction by showcasing the real breadth of his career. He produced over 400 oils in his lifetime and countless prints and studies. The lecture explores his early Pre-Raphaelite paintings and his transition to more Victorian subjects. Paintings from each period of Millais' life are discussed together with his biography and the impact personal events had on his art. With this video you can learn more about his most famous works, such as 'Ophelia' and 'Cherry Ripe', but also discover lesser known masterpieces, such as 'The Vale of Rest' and 'Apple Blossoms'.