John William Waterhouse – Royal Academy of Arts

Posted by Frances Spiegel Aug 21, 2009

The Royal Academy of Arts is currently hosting an exhibition of the works of John William Waterhouse. This is the UK's first major Waterhouse exhibition since the 1970s. The show explores his relationship to the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood.

The display includes more than 40 paintings loaned by public and private collections. Highlights of the show include his most famous pieces:

• The Lady of Shalott
• Hylas and the Nymphs
• Circe Invidiosa: Circe Poisoning the Sea

Also on display are sketchbooks, period photographs and studies in oil, chalk and pencil.

John William Waterhouse at the Royal Academy of Arts will close on 13th September 2009. Don't miss out on this chance to see some wonderful paintings.