“Circe” by John William Waterhouse hauntingly depicts the mythological sorceress of Greek literature spitefully offering an enchanted potion. A member of the Royal Academy, Waterhouse (1849 – 1917) merged Victorian narrative with romantic Pre-Raphaelite fantasy in his art. Waterhouse’s work was strongly influenced by classical mythology, history and literature, and the femme fatale is a common theme in many of the 200 works he created, as well as women burdened by misfortune.
Neo-Classical artist John William Waterhouse was renowned for lifelike, lavish works that were hauntingly sensual. Born in Italy and raised in England, Waterhouse (1849 – 1917) was a leading painter of historical, mythological, and literary subjects. His work had strong romantic Pre-Raphaelite influences, with a strong Victorian narrative. Waterhouse was a member of the Royal Academy, and often painted powerful or doomed women. Achieving success during his lifetime, Waterhouse created more than 200 artworks.
This art print displays sharp, vivid images with a high degree of color accuracy. A member of the versatile family of art prints, this high-quality reproduction represents the best of both worlds: quality and affordability. Art prints are created on paper similar to that of a postcard or greeting card using an offset lithography press.
By anita.l
from Kent England
- Great Quality Paper
- Vibrant Colors
- Visually Appealing
- Vivid Detail
- Decoration
- Fill Wall Space
- Age:
- 60 – 64
- Gender:
- Female
- Display Location:
- Hallway
Posted on: 11/22/2011
4.0Never disappointing. Always a delight.
- Fill Wall Space
- Gift
- Inspiration
- Age:
- Prefer not to answer
- Gender:
- Female
- Display Location:
- Bathroom
Posted on: 10/20/2011
5.0Excellent copy of original
By Peter
from Ramsgate, Kent, England
- Great Quality Paper
- Perfect Size
- Vibrant Colors
- Visually Appealing
- Vivid Detail
- Always wanted the picture
- Decoration
- Fill Wall Space
- Inspiration
- Age:
- 60 – 64
- Gender:
- Male
- Display Location:
- Living Room
- Perfect Size
- Visually Appealing
- Vivid Detail
- Age:
- 35 – 39
- Gender:
- Female
- Display Location:
- Dining Room
By Denise
from Cleveland, OH