The Fisherman and the Syren.1856-1858. Oil on Canvas. 66.3 x 48.7 cm. Bristol Museum and Art Ga
The Fisherman and the Syren.1856-1858.Oil on Canvas.66.3 x 48.7 cm.Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, Bristol.UK. Gift from the Honourable Mrs Charles Lyell.1938.Art by Lord Frederick Leighton.(1830-1896).This early work was inspired by a poem by Goethe: “The Fisherman”.1778. -- source link
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