Fisherman and Mermaids in the blue Grotto in Capri | Hermann Corrodi | 20th Century Georges de la Tour creating a scene that is

creating a scene that is both awe-inspiring and terrifying

"Psyche Opening the Golden Box" by John William Waterhouse is a captivating depiction of a pivotal moment from the myth of Psyche and Eros

Judith's face is composed and resolute

The painting's realism

juxtaposed with a slightly surreal atmosphere

Fisherman and Mermaids in the blue Grotto in Capri | Hermann Corrodi | 20th Century Georges de la Tour creating a scene that isCorrodi was born in Frascati (though some sources say Zurich) and lived most of his life in Rome. He studied at the Academy of St Luke under his father, Salomon Corrodi, and also spent time in Paris in 1872. Corrodi received commissions for history paintings from the British royal family and was friends with many European royals, including Queen Victoria. He traveled extensively in the Far East, including Egypt, Syria, Cyprus, and Istanbul, which