Grass of Parnassus
William Shackleton 1872 - 1933
Summary
A mythological scene set depicting the mountain of Parnassus, with a calm lake to the right, surrounded by lush and dense forest, which is reflected in the water. Groups of semi-naked figures in diaphanous robes stand together at the water's edge. Three figures are in the foreground to the left, one dangling her hand in the water, the other two drying themselves.
Object Name
Grass of Parnassus
Creators Name
Date Created
1925-1933
Dimensions
unframed: 54.6cm x 64cm
framed: 75.2cm x 81.9cm
accession number
1938.410
Place of creation
England
Support
canvas
Medium
oil
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