Circe Invidiosa 1892

Date: 1892
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size: 180.7 x 87.4 cm
Location: Art Gallery of South Australia, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

The painting Circe Invidiosa by John William Waterhouse is an intriguing work that explores the character’s ancestry, her reflection and the relationship between her ancestor. It is a classic example of a work of art that transcends time. Waterhouse’s interpretation of Circe reveals the depth of the story’s emotional themes. This work shows how the dark side of human nature is brought to light and how women find their identity and purpose in the universe.