The Lady of Shalott | John William Waterhouse | 1888 Pablo Picasso Instead of a wooden cross

Instead of a wooden cross

Van Gogh emphasizes their coarse features

a figure from Japanese folklore known for her tragic tale of betrayal and revenge

and the consequences of evil

captures the timeless imagery of "The Vision of Hell"

The Lady of Shalott | John William Waterhouse | 1888 Pablo Picasso Instead of a wooden crossAbout the artwork: John William Waterhouses The Lady of Shalott (1888) is a hauntingly beautiful representation of Alfred, Lord Tennysons poem, capturing the moment of the cursed Ladys tragic departure. The painting is rich with symbolism, as the Lady, having defied her fate by looking directly at Camelot, drifts down the river toward her doom. Her expression is melancholic, resigned to her fate, while the dimming light and autumnal colors enhance the