Artist: H. J. W (Victorian English School)
Date: 1886
Medium: Watercolour
Dimensions: 7 1/2 x 5 1/2 in

Description:
This oval composition, created by an artist from the Victorian English School identified by the initials H. J. W, depicts a muse with putti. The artwork employs a simple monochromatic palette, emphasizing the figures of the muse and putti in lighter hues against a darker background. This contrast effectively draws the viewer's attention to the main subjects, highlighting the delicate and ethereal nature of the muse and the playful presence of the putti. The subtle use of light and shadow enhances the composition's depth and the figures' dimensionality, creating a captivating and harmonious scene.