Blue-and-white fantasy painting inspired by the medieval poem The Romance of the Rose, showing a young woman surrounded by roses, lilies, thorny branches and ornate floral symbolism.

Romance of the Rose

Tempera, watercolor on 100% pure cotton rag paper

This artwork is inspired by the allegorical poem The Romance of the Rose, which celebrates the idea of mythical gardens. Hidden symbols and challenges are interwoven with the enchanting beauty of flowers and thorns.

Process photo with pink flowers in foreground Process detail of Anna Sokolova’s Romance of the Rose artwork, showing a blue-and-white portrait surrounded by roses, lilies, thorny branches and pink flowers.

Painted in a Modern Delft Blue style, the work adds mystery and a narrative layer of transformation through tonal depth and intricate detail.

Process detail with brush and palette Close-up process photo of Romance of the Rose, showing the blue-and-white painted figure with floral details, thorny branches, a brush and blue pigment palette.
Painting process photo of Anna Sokolova’s Romance of the Rose, showing the finished blue-and-white artwork with brushes, blue pigments and watercolor materials.