Think you're escaping and run into yourself. Longest way round is the shortest way home.

John Waterhouse

From the top: Thisbe, Lamia On Her Knees, La Belle Dame Sans Merci, Flora.

Maybe it's just me, but, I prefer Art like this, whimsical, yet, it manages to capture emotions, people and scenes in a realistic way.

The characters of all these myths spring to life beautifully, courtesy of John Waterhouse.

My Favourite?

Flora.

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