“A Lily Pond,” an artwork by John William Godward, was created in 1917. This oil on canvas painting belongs to the Neoclassicism art movement and falls under the genre of genre painting. Currently, it resides in a private collection.
The artwork depicts a graceful and serene scene featuring a young woman seated by the edge of a lily pond, gently touching the water with her right hand. She is dressed in an elegant, classical gown, reminiscent of ancient Greco-Roman attire. Her serene posture and contemplative expression add a sense of tranquility to the scene. In the background, lush greenery and ornate architectural elements, including a marble fountain adorned with a classical statue and intricate mosaics, highlight the artist’s meticulous attention to detail and classical influence. The composition and use of color in the painting emphasize the peaceful and reflective nature of the scene, characteristic of the Neoclassicism movement.
