“The attention to realistic harmony of colour and naturalistic detail is paramount in these early pictures, which were to an extent eclipsed by the idealism of the nymphs and sorceresses that increasingly dominated his work from the 1890s onwards. The early works of Waterhouse bear comparison with the best work of the Newlyn painters, particularly Langley and Forbes, with whom Waterhouse was also associated at this time. By viewing Waterhouse as an artist connected to the ideals of the Newlyn School, rather than as a follower of Burne-Jones and Leighton, it is clear to see that the aims of his early work were innovative, modern and progressive and that he was striving towards a realism which was overtaken in later years by a quest for idealised beauty.”
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At Sunnyside - Where Truth and Beauty Meet 
I love this painting. 🙂
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I am happy you enjoy this, Sheila. If only we could hear the conversation! lol 🌻
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Beautiful. ♥️
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😎❤️🌻
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I have never seen a guitar like that – fabulous!
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Nor have I, Dolly, but I love it, too! 🌻
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I really enjoyed the painting and the guitar music, thank you!
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My pleasure, always, Liz. I appreciate your visit! 🌻
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