The Keepsake (1898–1901)

Artist: Kate Bunce (England, 1856–1927)
Medium: Tempera on canvas
Dimensions: 81.3 × 49.5 cm
Collection: Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, England

Kate Bunce’s “The Keepsake” is a poetic example of the late Pre-Raphaelite tradition, enriched with symbolism and decorative detail. Executed in tempera, the work shows Bunce’s mastery of luminous color and delicate line, evoking both narrative intimacy and timeless beauty. The subject—an exchange of a cherished token—conveys themes of memory, devotion, and sentiment, all hallmarks of Bunce’s deeply expressive style.

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