John William Waterhouse (British, 1849-1917), The Lady of Shalott, 1888, oil on canvas, Tate UK, Image Source: wikimedia
‘The Lady of Shalott’ was painted by John William Waterhouse in 1888. It’s one of three paintings that the artist based on a poem by Alfred Lord Tennyson – which tells the story of an unnamed woman who suffers from a curse.
I recall studying Tennyson’s poem in high school but was not familiar with Waterhouse’s three paintings. Thanks for highlighting his work. I think it’s time for me to reread Tennyson’s poem.
Oh how I wish I had even a glimmer of understanding in high school, Rosaliene! I have a long list of things I would love to study now. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. 🙂
I hope you had a beautiful Christmas! Am dealing w/ health issues which make it difficult for me to use the computer. I hope you will excuse me. Happy New Year!
The Lady of Shallot is the first print my husband ever bought me. We were dating and were in a little coastal town in Oregon. He saw me stop, and I could not stop studying the print. I saw myself in that picture and the sadness on her face for the life I had once experienced. He surprised me with this beautiful framed print as we were leaving town. I truly enjoyed your beautiful story with excerpts of words from the poems that inspired Waterhouse. What an all-around tantalizing and beautifully put-together post. Many blessings, Joni
What a beautiful memory! I’m so pleased you enjoyed the post. Her face really does mirror untold grief…and so much more. Thank you for sharing your experience, Joni. ❤️❤️❤️🙏
Waterhouse’s paintings are exquisite.
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Thanks for visiting and sharing your thoughts, Ashley. 🙂
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That was awesome and interesting. Thank you. 🙂
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My pleasure, Sheila. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. 🙂
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Wonderful image and amazing video!
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Thanks for visiting and sharing your thoughts, Luisa.🙂
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You’re more than welcome!💫💫💫
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Wow. I didn’t know any of this. She’s so tragic and beautiful. What a sad story. Thank You for this video!!! Cheers! ❤️
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My pleasure, Katy! He really did capture both the beauty and the tragedy. Thanks for visiting and sharing your reflections. ❤️🙂
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Her certainly did! And my pleasure!!! 💕
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I recall studying Tennyson’s poem in high school but was not familiar with Waterhouse’s three paintings. Thanks for highlighting his work. I think it’s time for me to reread Tennyson’s poem.
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Oh how I wish I had even a glimmer of understanding in high school, Rosaliene! I have a long list of things I would love to study now. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. 🙂
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I hope you had a beautiful Christmas! Am dealing w/ health issues which make it difficult for me to use the computer. I hope you will excuse me. Happy New Year!
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Wishing you better health in the New Year, Anna. Take good care of yourself. 🙂❤️🙏
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A beautiful and lovely painting. I have always loved this one.
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Thanks for visiting and sharing your thoughts, Dracul. 🙂
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I enjoy your artistic shares. 🙏🏻
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I am happy you enjoy them, Michele. Thanks for visiting. 🙂
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Beautiful story and painting, Sunny 💗
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I am so happy you enjoyed this, Anita. Thanks for visiting! 🙂
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My pleasure always,Sunny 🤗
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I love how real her face looks, very much like a photograph.
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He really did catch the essence of tragedy in that face. Thanks for sharing your thoughts, Gia. 🙂
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My pleasure, as always. 😊
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Beautiful picture. Nice & interested!
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😎❤️
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👍 Thanks!
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Thank you so much 😘!
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The Lady of Shallot is the first print my husband ever bought me. We were dating and were in a little coastal town in Oregon. He saw me stop, and I could not stop studying the print. I saw myself in that picture and the sadness on her face for the life I had once experienced. He surprised me with this beautiful framed print as we were leaving town. I truly enjoyed your beautiful story with excerpts of words from the poems that inspired Waterhouse. What an all-around tantalizing and beautifully put-together post. Many blessings, Joni
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What a beautiful memory! I’m so pleased you enjoyed the post. Her face really does mirror untold grief…and so much more. Thank you for sharing your experience, Joni. ❤️❤️❤️🙏
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