Curatorial Narrative Estein’s “Jesus, lover of my soul” from 1883 is an exemplary instance of Victorian Religious Art, evoking the atmospheric weight of Baroque tradition while incorporating the ornate sensibilities of Gothic design. The artist’s manipulation of chromatic structure imbues the subject with a sense of reverence, as reds and blues converge to create a focal point that draws the viewer’s gaze upwards towards the heavenly realm. Brushwork is, of course, not applicable in this instance, allowing the viewer to contemplate the intricate web of lines and shapes that comprise the composition.When enlarged to 44×55, the palette of “Jesus, lover of my soul” presents a complex interplay of color and texture that would be at home in a luxury interior environment. The spatial rhythm established by Estein’s use of vertical elements from the folds of Christ’s robes to the soaring arches of the background creates a sense of upward