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A Mermaid, 1900 by John William Waterhouse
Canvas Print - 978-WJW

Location: Royal Academy of Arts, London, UK
Original Size: 96.5 × 66.6 cm

A Mermaid by Waterhouse (1900) is reproduced as a museum-quality giclée canvas print. Printed with archival inks on 400 g/m² canvas and hand-varnished for UV protection, it can be made in any size up to 31.5 × 21.6 in, scaled proportionally, with optional framing. Free worldwide shipping available; unframed prints ship in 2 workdays, framed in 7 to 8. Guaranteed 100-year color durability.

A Mermaid by John William Waterhouse, 1900 - canvas print
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Giclée Canvas Print | $64.38 USD

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Giclée Print Quality on 400 g/m² Canvas, Satin/Gloss

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The size you set is the printed image, the part you see once the canvas is stretched. Beyond that size we add 1.2 in of blank canvas on every side, at no extra cost, so the stretcher bars have something to grip. A 21.7 × 14.9 in print therefore arrives as 24 × 17.2 in. Both numbers are shown in Your Selection above and change with the slider.

Yes. The slider covers every size up to 31.5 × 21.6 in, always in the proportions of the original. If you need something larger, or a size that has to fit a frame you already own, write to us with the title and the dimensions and we will tell you what is possible. Every print is made to order, so there is usually a way.

Because the original is an oil painting on canvas. We match the print medium to the original: oil paintings go on canvas, works on paper go on fine art paper. Our canvas is natural cotton, 400 g/m² Canvas, acid-free and pH neutral, and its woven texture gives the most natural impression of Waterhouse's original oil painting. The finish is satin/gloss, which keeps the depth of the dark tones the way varnish does on a painting in a museum; a matte canvas looks dull and pale next to it. More about our print media.

Start with the original, which measures 96.5 × 66.6 cm. A print at or near that size reads the way the artist judged it. Printing smaller is easy; enlarging a small original changes its character. For the wall, above a sofa or a sideboard aim for two thirds to three quarters of the furniture width, and hang the center at eye level. Cut paper to size and tape it to the wall before you order. The original hangs in Royal Academy of Arts, London, UK. Full size guide.
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About the Painting

John William Waterhouse’s 1900 masterpiece, “A Mermaid,” exemplifies his unrivaled ability to capture the mystical allure and melancholic beauty of mythological subjects. Here, Waterhouse presents a siren, emerging from the watery abyss, combing her auburn tresses with a sense of timeless grace and melancholia. Her tail shimmers with iridescent scales, catching the subtle glimmers of light in an almost tangible way, reflecting Waterhouse's meticulous attention to detail.

Set against a rugged, rocky coastline, the mermaid is framed by the tumultuous sea and dramatic cliffs, which serve to heighten the sense of isolation and otherworldly enchantment. Waterhouse masterfully uses a muted palette to evoke the cool, damp atmosphere of the sea, contrasting it with the warm, natural tones of the mermaid's skin and hair. This juxtaposition not only draws the viewer’s eye but also imbues the scene with an ethereal quality.

Her expression is one of quiet contemplation, perhaps hinting at a longing for the human world or a sense of sorrow for her eternal solitude. The shell beside her, brimming with pearls and treasures of the deep, symbolizes both the allure and the entrapment of her existence. Waterhouse’s brushwork is both delicate and dynamic, capturing the fluidity of the waves and the soft texture of the mermaid's hair with equal finesse.

In “A Mermaid,” Waterhouse doesn’t just paint a mythical creature; he breathes life into her, making the viewer almost hear the whisper of the sea and feel the cool spray of the ocean. This painting stands as a poignant reminder of the enchanting yet often tragic beauty that defines Waterhouse’s work.

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This is the second print I have ordered. The quality is amazing. I have ordered from other placed and they don't come close to these. I am so happy with the communication, the selection and the glamor and finish of these amazing pieces of art. I need a bigger house with more wall space.

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