Some of the very few paintings that show what’s underwater, most usually a drowning woman like Shakespeare’s Ophelia.
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Paintings of the death of Ophelia from 1889 to 1910, including works by Waterhouse, Odilon Redon, and others.
As narrative painting went into decline, Ophelia became even more popular. From Henrietta Rae through sub-aqua views to Waterhouse’s obsession.
From Millais’ Ophelia, through the terrible toll of suicides in the rivers of major cities. Featuring Delaroche, GF Watts, Winslow Homer, and more.
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