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The collections at Loggia explore select areas of study in art and art history, architecture and design, the decorative arts, industrial design, and classical studies such as Greek, Roman, and Celtic mythology.

Gardner's Art Through the Ages

This book is the classic reference for the study of art. It features a history of artists and their works, as well as lucid and engaging descriptions of the styles and periods of art history. Highly recommended for both students and scholars.

 

 

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Portrait of the Artist John William Waterhouse
name | John William Waterhouse

lived | 1849-1917

period | Victorian

paintings | selected works

Ariadne
The Awakening of Adonis
Circe Invidiosa
Circe Offering the Cup to Ulysses
The Danaides
Diogenes
Flora and the Zephyrs
Hylas and the Nymphs
Lamia
A Naiad
Nymphs Finding the Head of Orpheus
Pandora
Penelope and the Suitors
Psyche Entering Cupid's Garden
Psyche Opening the Golden Box
The Sorceress
Thisbe
Tristram and Isolde


Like many of his Nineteenth century contemporaries, Victorian artist John William Waterhouse also transformed mythology and poetry into striking images, such as the powerful paintings Circe Invidiosa and The Lady of Shalott. Simply select one of the links above to begin your exploration of the works of John William Waterhouse.


J W Waterhouse

Anthony Hobson has written a book that is both fascinating and informative about the life and work of artist John William Waterhouse. Fans of Waterhouse's paintings will delight in the spectacular color images, and also will be intrigued by the compelling text.