The World Before the Flood
William Etty · 1828
Why it's great
A group of people gather in a rich, dreamlike garden before the great Flood of Noah's time. Etty painted a lush, paradise-like world about to be washed away. The colors are warm and glowing. It's an imaginative Bible scene.
Where to see it
📍 Southampton City Art GallerySouthampton, United Kingdom
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William Etty was born in York, England, and spent his life training to paint like the Old Masters. He is best known for his rich colors and glowing skin tones. He worked in London but retired to his hometown of York. He died there in 1849.
