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George Frederic Watts — Ariadne
George Frederic Watts

Ariadne

1888

Drawing from Greek mythology, this powerful canvas exemplifies Watts's symbolist style and his preoccupation with themes of abandonment and human suffering.

Medium
Oil on canvas
Dimensions
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George Frederic Watts, Ariadne, 1888

Drawing from Greek mythology, this powerful canvas exemplifies Watts's symbolist style and his preoccupation with themes of abandonment and human suffering.

Medium
Oil on canvas
Dimensions
126.4 x 101.6 cm
Year
1888
Seen at
Harvard Art Museums, Cambridge, MA

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Modern, Unique Work, Painting, Oil on Canvas

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