Hamlet 4.7 Dig Deeper: "Ophelia," by Millais

The transcript discusses the depiction of Ophelia in art, focusing on a famous painting by Sir John Everett Malay. Malay's dedication to realism is highlighted through his detailed painting process, including the construction of a hut by the Hog's Mill River and the use of a model in a bathtub. The model's experience, including catching a cold, is noted. The painting's influence on the perception of Ophelia is explored, emphasizing the complexity of understanding her character.

What is the primary focus of the painting by Sir John Everett Malay?

• Ophelia's family background

• Ophelia's madness and death

• Ophelia's relationship with Hamlet

• Ophelia's childhood

How did Malay ensure the realism of the landscape in his painting?

• By hiring multiple artists

• By building a hut by the river and painting on-site

• By painting from memory

• By using photographs

What unusual method did Malay use to keep his model comfortable during the painting process?

• He used a heated blanket

• He suspended a bathtub over an oil lamp

• He used a hot water bottle

• He painted her in a warm room

What was the consequence of Malay's distraction during the painting process?

• The model quit

• The model fell asleep

• The model caught a cold

• The painting was delayed

How has Malay's painting influenced the perception of Ophelia?

• It has shown her as a hero

• It has depicted her as a villain

• It has made her more mysterious

• It has clarified her character