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I am half sick of shadows, c1911. Artist: John William Waterhouse

I am half sick of shadows, c1911. Artist: John William Waterhouse



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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. Beside her is the window she will look through and fall in love with Sir Lancelot. She will die of a broken heart because her love is not returned

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1st Baron Tennyson Alfred Alfred Lord Alfred Lord Tennyson Alfred Tennyson Arthurian Baron Tennyson Bored Boredom Distracted John William John William Waterhouse Legend Legendary Lord Tennyson Poem Tennyson Waterhouse Ann Ronan Pictures Lady Of Shalott Poetry Weaving


I am half sick of shadows

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is a captivating print that brings to life the essence of Tennyson's poem and the Arthurian legend. Created by John William Waterhouse, this illustration depicts the Lady of Shalott in a state of boredom as she sits weaving. The artist skillfully captures her distracted gaze, hinting at her longing for something more than the monotonous task before her. Beside her, a window awaits, symbolizing both escape and danger. It is through this very window that she will catch sight of Sir Lancelot and fall hopelessly in love with him. However, as fate would have it, her love remains unrequited, leading to her tragic demise from a broken heart. The painting exudes an air of melancholy and yearning through its use of color and composition. The vibrant reds contrast with the somber tones surrounding the Lady of Shalott, emphasizing her isolation within this mythical world. Waterhouse's attention to detail transports us back to 20th century England and immerses us in the rich tapestry of Arthurian mythology. Through his brushstrokes, he brings alive not only Tennyson's words but also our own emotions as we witness the lady's struggle between duty and desire. This print serves as a poignant reminder that even legends are not immune to human experiences such as boredom and unrequited love. It invites us to delve into literature and art alike while contemplating our own desires and aspirations beyond mere

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