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Ulysses and the Sirens  by John William Waterhouse, 1891

Ulysses and the Sirens

John William Waterhouse

Waterhouse was a British painter known for his romantic, mythological, and literary subjects. Blending Pre-Raphaelite detail with classical influences, his work is characterized by rich colors, fluid compositions, and a dreamlike atmosphere.

John William Waterhouse created Ulysses and the Sirens in 1891. It is now part of the collection at National Gallery of Victoria in Australia.

Year
1891
Style
Pre-Raphaelite
Medium
Oil on canvas
Dimensions
100.6x202.0cm

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