Waterhouse Collection

Lady of Shalott 1888
The Lady of Shalott floating down the river

Miranda. The Tempest, 1916. Artist: Waterhouse, John William (1849-1917)
Miranda. The Tempest, 1916. Private Collection

I am half sick of shadows, c1911. Artist: John William Waterhouse
I am half sick of shadows, c1911. Illustration of Tennysons poem of the Arthurian legend, showing the Lady of Shalott bored with her weaving

Circe Invidiosa, 1892. Artist: Waterhouse, John William (1849-1917)
Circe Invidiosa, 1892. Found in the collection of the Art Gallery of South Australia

A Mermaid. Artist: Waterhouse, John William (1849-1917)
A Mermaid. Found in the collection of Royal Academy of Arts, London

The Charmer, 1911. Artist: John William Waterhouse
The Charmer, 1911. From The Studio Volume 71. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1917]

John William Waterhouse (6 April 1849 A

Narcissus and Echo. Found in the Collection of Walker Art Gallery

Natural History Museum, London
The impressive front of the Natural History Museum on Exhibition Road in South Kensington, London. Designed by Alfred Waterhouse - built and opened in 1888 - the Central Towers and Main Entrance

Alfred Waterhouse
ALFRED WATERHOUSE English architect; champion of Gothic revival

Leech Cartoon Dinosaurs
The figures of prehistoric animals in the Palace grounds, created by Waterhouse Hawkins, are sufficiently realistic to frighten children

Dinosaur Models 1930S
Dinosaur models in the grounds of the Crystal Palace, Sydenham (London) created by Waterhouse Hawkins

The Lady of Shalott Looking at Lancelot, 1894, (c1930). Creator: John William Waterhouse
The Lady of Shalott Looking at Lancelot, 1894, (c1930). Illustration to Tennysons poem, " The Lady of Shalott" : the Lady sees bold Sir Launcelot in her mirror: she goes to the window

The Crystal Ball. Artist: Waterhouse, John William (1849-1917)
The Crystal Ball. Private Collection

Didus ineptus, dodo design
Drawing 51 Vol 2 by Alfred Waterhouse for the ornamentation of the panel over doorway in the South East gallery, first floor of the Natural History Museum, London, 1875

Hylas and the Nymphs, 1896. Oil on canvas. John William Waterhouse (1849-1917) English painter. Greek mythology, Hylas, son of King Theiodamas of the Dryopians

The Rescue, c. 1890. Creator: Waterhouse, John William (1849-1917)
The Rescue, c. 1890. Private Collection

Destiny, 1900, (c1930). Creator: John William Waterhouse
Destiny, 1900, (c1930). Woman holding a glass bowl, with ships reflected in a large mirror behind; allegorical scene with spatial and temporal inconsistencies

The Soul of the Rose. Private Collection

The Favourites of the Emperor Honorius, 1883. Artist: Waterhouse, John William (1849-1917)
The Favourites of the Emperor Honorius, 1883. Found in the collection of the Art Gallery of South Australia

General Hospital, Nottingham
The Jubilee Wing of Nottingham General Hospital, erected in the 1890s. Its design, featuring a distinctive circular ward block, was by Alfred Waterhouse. Date: Date unknown

Prehistoric Animals Cp
Figures of extinct animals in the grounds of the Crystal Palace, Sydenham - a splendid example of Art in the service of Science

Crystal Palace Animals
Visitors to the Crystal Palace at Sydenham, S.E.London, are both edified and entertained by the sculptures of prehistoric animals, created by Waterhouse Hawkins

Cochineal and Lac Insects (Scale insects), c.1850 (engraving)
540197 Cochineal and Lac Insects (Scale insects), c.1850 (engraving); (add.info.: Lacquer, varnish and scarlet dye derived from lac insect: red colour used in cooking from cochineal)

The magnificent Reading Town Hall, Reading, Berkshire - designed by Victorian architect Alfred Waterhouse (1830-1905). Date: circa 1990s

Hylas and the Nymphs, 1896, (c1902). Creator: Unknown
Hylas and the Nymphs, 1896, (c1902). After a painting in the Manchester Art Gallery. Mythological scene showing Hylas being tempted to his death by naked water nymphs surrounded by water lilies

The Lady of Shalott, 1888 (1923). Artist: John William Waterhouse
The Lady of Shalott, 1888 (1923). From The Outline of Literature, by John Drinkwater, London, 1923

The martydom of Saint Eulalia, fter the painting by John William Waterhouse
3506099 The martydom of Saint Eulalia, fter the painting by John William Waterhouse, from Hutchinson's History of the Nations, pub. 1915; (add.info.: The martydom of Saint Eulalia)

The Town Hall, Reading, Berkshire - with the Statue of Queen Victoria and St. Laurences Church. Date: circa 1900s

Tang Dynasty Priest Figure
A photograph of a part glazed figure of a priest of the Tang dynasty from the Waterhouse collection. Date: circa 1925

The Corner House, Residence For A. L. Holt, Esq
A photograph showing The Corner House, a residence for A. L. Holt, Esq, from a garden elevation view. The property was designed by architects, Bertrand James Waterhouse & J. H. W. Lake

Residence for E. D. Blomfield, Esq
An architectural sketch showing the garden elevation to a residence for E. D. Blomfield, Esq. along with plans just below. Date: circa 1922

Entrance Porch, Glen Mervyn, Randwick
A photograph showing an entrance porch with numerous pillar columns at Glen Mervyn, Randwick, the property of James Shepherd. Waterhouse & Lake, Architects. Date: circa 1922

Entrance Porch, Berylune, Leura
A photograph of an entrance porch ay Berylune, Leura, the property of Joseph Wiener, Esq. Waterhouse & Lake, Architects. Date: circa 1922

Keith Waterhouse and Willis Hall, writers
Keith Spencer Waterhouse (1929-2009), English novelist, journalist and writer of TV series. Seen here (left) with his friend and co-writer Willis Hall (1929-2005). Date: 1960

The Camel: used for transport: milk: meat: cloth. Hand-coloured lithograph by Waterhouse Hawkins
541982 The Camel: used for transport: milk: meat: cloth. Hand-coloured lithograph by Waterhouse Hawkins, creator of the prehistoric animals for the Crystal Palace exhibition of 1851

The Goat: Used for milk: cheese: meat: leather: textiles: gloves: shoes: draught
541995 The Goat: Used for milk: cheese: meat: leather: textiles: gloves: shoes: draught. Hand-coloured lithograph by Waterhouse Hawkins

The Favourites of the Emperor Honorius (AD 384-423) (oil on canvas)
1766750 The Favourites of the Emperor Honorius (AD 384-423) (oil on canvas) by Waterhouse, John William (1849-1917); Private Collection; (add.info)

Nottingham General Hospital
A view of Nottingham General Hospital. The distinctive circular ward block of its Jubilee wing, designed by Alfred Waterhouse and Son, was opened in 1899. Date: circa 1911

Gossip, c. 1885 (oil on canvas)
1199557 Gossip, c. 1885 (oil on canvas) by Waterhouse, John William (1849-1917); 72.1x92.7 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Detail of pillars at the new Natural History Museum, South Kensington (engraving)
604209 Detail of pillars at the new Natural History Museum, South Kensington (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Greater bilby and pig-footed bandicoot (extinct)
Greater bilby, Macrotis lagotis (Parameles lagotis) 1, and pig-footed bandicoot, Chaeropus ecaudatus (Choeropus castanotis) extinct 2. Handcoloured steel engraving by H.S

A Study: Maidens Picking Flowers by a Stream, c. 1909-1914 (oil on canvas)
1199592 A Study: Maidens Picking Flowers by a Stream, c. 1909-1914 (oil on canvas) by Waterhouse, John William (1849-1917); 94x80 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English

The Awakening of Adonis, 1899 (oil on canvas)
3431774 The Awakening of Adonis, 1899 (oil on canvas) by Waterhouse, John William (1849-1917); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

The Magic Circle (oil on canvas)
1766749 The Magic Circle (oil on canvas) by Waterhouse, John William (1849-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Magic Circle. John William Waterhouse (1849-1917)

Head of a Girl, c. 1892-1900 (oil on canvas board)
1199593 Head of a Girl, c. 1892-1900 (oil on canvas board) by Waterhouse, John William (1849-1917); 35.5x25.4 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

A Roman Offering (oil on canvas)
828433 A Roman Offering (oil on canvas) by Waterhouse, John William (1849-1917); 49.8x20.3 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

The Rose Bower, (oil on canvas)
659840 The Rose Bower, (oil on canvas) by Waterhouse, John William (1849-1917); 41.9x36.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Rose Bower. John William Waterhouse (1849-1917). Oil on canvas

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Waterhouse, the renowned artist of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, captivated audiences with his mesmerizing paintings. One of his most famous works is "Lady of Shalott" from 1888, which depicts a tragic figure trapped in her own world. The haunting beauty and intricate details in this masterpiece showcase Waterhouse's exceptional talent. In another notable piece titled "I am half sick of shadows, " created around 1911, Waterhouse explores themes of introspection and longing. The painting exudes a sense of melancholy as it portrays a woman lost in thought amidst an ethereal backdrop. Waterhouse's fascination with mythology is evident in his artwork as well. In "Circe Invidiosa" from 1892, he brings to life the enchantress Circe who holds a venomous snake while casting her spell. This captivating portrayal showcases Waterhouse's ability to capture both beauty and danger within one composition. The artist also delved into literature for inspiration, as seen in his depiction of Miranda from Shakespeare's play "The Tempest. " Painted in 1916, this piece captures the innocence and curiosity that define Miranda's character. Not limited to mythological or literary subjects, it also explored other themes such as mermaids. His painting simply titled "A Mermaid" showcases his mastery over capturing delicate features and creating an atmosphere filled with mystery. Narcissus and Echo are brought to life through Waterhouse's artistic interpretation as well. His rendition reflects Narcissus' self-absorption mirrored by Echo's unrequited love—a poignant representation of human emotions entwined with Greek mythology. Aside from John William Waterhouse’s artworks, it is important not to confuse him with Alfred Waterhouse—the architect responsible for designing London’s iconic Natural History Museum. This architectural marvel stands tall today thanks to Alfred’s vision and creativity. Even beyond artistry lies another connection to the Waterhouse name.