The work of John William Waterhouse.
John William Waterhouse was born in Rome on April 6th, 849. His father is a painter from Yorkshire, England, and his mother is Italian. Influenced by his father, John William Waterhouse likes painting very much. When he was a child, in Italian mythology, he was very interested in the stories of ancient Roman mythology. This souvenir laid the foundation for his later painting style.
John William Waterhouse started painting very early, but the works that really made him successful were Sleep and the Death of His Half-brother. This is the first time that John William Waterhouse has exhibited his works at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts. From then on, John William Waterhouse gained a certain reputation in the art world, but it didn't make him proud. 1882, who created Diogenes. In this work, the figures, architectural colors and light receiving area all have three-dimensional effects, symbolizing the maturity of John William Waterhouse's art.
1884, he painted a house looking up at the sacred, which marked his return to classicism. But it didn't cause a sensation. The work that really attracted the attention of the society was his 1888 painting "Lady Charlotte", which was completely created in accordance with British customs. This painting is also regarded as the pioneering work of John William Waterhouse's artistic style. Since then, John William Waterhouse's ideas have been constantly emerging. He created such famous works as Santacecilia, Winding Line, Hylas and Narcissus Mountain, which established his status as a master in the art world.
On February 19 17, John William Waterhouse died of cancer.
Water dance works
During his life, waterhouse created many paintings. These works are of great significance in every stage of his life.
Water dance works
During his life, waterhouse created many paintings. These works are of great significance in every stage of his life.
Waterhouse's most disturbing work should be Lady Charlotte. This is a picture based entirely on the emotional habits of the British. A long poem inspired by Tennyson. It's about a beautiful woman in a place called Charlotte. However, she has no freedom and is trapped in the castle. She can only see her idol Nate Lancelot through the image projected in the mirror. Because if she only looks out of the window, she will be destroyed. But one day, she couldn't stand it, so she secretly looked out. But this is the beginning of her unfortunate first sight. The mirror in front of her was broken and the silk thread trapped her. Then she was taken to where she died. Waterhouse's Lady Charlotte is a picture of Lady Charlotte sitting on a ship bound for death. This is one of the few lonely and miserable figures in previous paintings. Mrs. Charlotte's face was full of sadness and confusion. The silence and desolation of this painting set off Victoria's repressed feelings. It is the cornerstone of waterhouse's artistic style. A feeling of narcissism and loneliness looms in this work.
In addition to this amazing work, waterhouse also created other excellent works. For example, San Serra is close to university idealism; Fate is characterized by strong-willed wine provided by women, as well as sisters Dana Ides, March wind and Gynostemma pentaphyllum and Anemone.
Through waterhouse's works, future generations will better understand the charm of western art in18th century.