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Ganymede, 1888 (oil on canvas)
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Ganymede, 1888 (oil on canvas)
828438 Ganymede, 1888 (oil on canvas) by Watts, George Frederic (1817-1904); 66x53.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Ganymede. George Frederic Watts (1817-1904). Oil on canvas. Signed and dated 1888. 66 x 53.5cm.); Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23663726
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1880s 1888 Aversion Bowl British Art Brown Eyes Brown Hair Brunette Chubby Curly Hair Dark Eyes Dark Hair Eye Colour Facial Feature Ganymede George Frederic Watts George Frederick Watts Grapes Household Equipment Innocence Innocent Kitchenware Looking Away Mythical One Boy Only Pre Raphaelite Art Raphaelite Turning Away Using Hands Victorian Art Victorian Pictures Watts Artist British British Artist Ethnic Origin Portrait Style Portraiture Positive Concepts Pre Raphaelite Youthful
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This print showcases George Frederic Watts' masterpiece, "Ganymede" painted in 1888. The oil on canvas artwork measures 66x53.5 cm and is part of a private collection. In this portrait style painting, the young Ganymede is depicted with his mesmerizing brown eyes and curly brown hair, looking away with an air of aversion. Watts skillfully captures the essence of Greek mythology as he portrays Ganymede, known for his beauty and abduction by Zeus to serve as his cupbearer on Mount Olympus. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the close-up composition, highlighting the boy's youthful features and Victorian-era clothing made from exquisite textiles. The outdoor setting adds depth to the piece, emphasizing its connection to nature. A bowl filled with grapes symbolizes abundance while hinting at Ganymede's role as a servant in divine affairs. With dark eyes that hold a touch of mystery and chubby cheeks that exude innocence, this portrait beautifully encapsulates late nineteenth-century portraiture. George Frederic Watts was a renowned British artist who contributed significantly to Victorian art through his mythological paintings like "Ganymede". His ability to capture human emotions and facial features shines through in this remarkable work. This print by Bridgeman Images allows us to appreciate every brushstroke of Watts' genius up close while immersing ourselves in the rich history and artistic brilliance of late nineteenth-century European art.
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