Sketch of Circe
Sketch of Circe (1911) is an artwork by the English Pre-Raphaelite painter John William Waterhouse. The back of the canvas is inscribed 'Circe'. The painting is also known as 'The Sorceress'. One of waterhouse's painting depicting a femme fatale. Waterhouse's interest in themes associated with the Pre-Raphaelites, particularly tragic or powerful femmes fatales, as well as plein-air painting.
John William Waterhouse (1849 – 1917)
Explore the captivating Pre-Raphaelite & Victorian paintings of John William Waterhouse (1849-1917). Discover his romantic masterpieces depicting mythology, Arthurian legends, and iconic heroines like Ophelia & The Lady of Shalott.
About this artwork
- Title: Sketch of Circe
- Artist: John William Waterhouse
- Year: 1911
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Movement: Pre-Raphaelite
- Color palette: Earthy
- Main color: Driftwood
- Keywords: femme fatale artwork , john william waterhouse , oil on canvas art
- Color hue: Amber to Saffron

