{"product_id":"fair-rosamund-john-william-waterhouse","title":"Fair Rosamund - John William Waterhouse","description":"\u003cp\u003eA narrative painting by John William Waterhouse depicting the legendary Fair Rosamund in a moment of quiet isolation, unaware of the approaching Queen Eleanor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn William Waterhouse painted Fair Rosamund in 1916, near the end of his career. The work depicts the legendary figure of Rosamund Clifford, the mistress of King Henry II, who was famously hidden away in a labyrinthine bower to protect her from the jealousy of Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine. Waterhouse captures a moment of quiet anticipation as Rosamund gazes through an arched window, unaware of the encroaching danger behind her.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is divided between the peaceful exterior view and the tense interior space. Rosamund wears a deep blue gown, her posture suggesting a sense of longing or isolation. Beside her, a small vase of roses sits on a table, a subtle nod to her name. In the background, the artist includes a framed embroidery depicting a knight on horseback, which mirrors the arrival of the Queen. The figure of Queen Eleanor is visible behind a heavy red curtain, her hand pulling back the fabric to reveal her presence. This narrative device creates a sense of impending tragedy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaterhouse employs a balanced palette, contrasting the cool blues of the protagonist's dress with the warm, ominous reds of the curtain and the dark tones of the tiled floor. The checkerboard floor adds a geometric structure to the room, grounding the figures within the architectural setting. The painting reflects the artist's interest in literary and historical subjects, a hallmark of his later period. By focusing on the psychological state of the subject rather than mere action, Waterhouse invites the viewer to consider the narrative tension inherent in the legend. The attention to detail in the costume and the interior furnishings demonstrates his technical skill and his ability to construct a convincing, atmospheric scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/the-order-of-release-1746-john-everett-millais\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Order of Release, 1746 by John Everett Millais\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/saint-george-and-the-dragon-the-princess-tied-to-the-tree-edward-burne-jones\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSaint George and the Dragon: The Princess Tied to the Tree by Edward Burne-Jones\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/collections\/john-william-waterhouse\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMore by John William Waterhouse →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"John William Waterhouse","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59476241350991,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59476241547599,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59476241580367,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59476241613135,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59476241645903,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59476241678671,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59476241711439,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59476241744207,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59476241776975,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59476241809743,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59476241842511,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59476241875279,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Fair-Rosamund_Poster_CompositorV1_1794456081013.jpg?v=1794456187","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/de\/products\/fair-rosamund-john-william-waterhouse","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}