1911
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Illustration to 'Le Morte d'Arthur', book 9, chapter 20 is a 1911 watercolor by William Russell Flint, a Art Nouveau work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows two people in a garden. One is dressed in a dark blue robe with gold trim, reaching toward a tree. The other wears a long white dress and a veil, holding a sword to her side. A stone well sits nearby, with a bucket hanging over it. The scene is bright, with green leaves and a clear sky. The artist used soft colors and gentle lines to show the quiet moment. The woman’s white dress stands out against the earthy tones of the garden. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
The illustration depicts a scene from *Le Morte d'Arthur*, Book 9, Chapter 20, showing King Mark and Isolde.
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Sir William Russell Flint RA ROI was a Scottish artist, painter and illustrator who was known especially for his watercolours of women. He also worked in oils, tempera, and printmaking.
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