The Dweller in the Innermost | George Frederic Watts | 1885–1886

George Frederic Watts’s The Dweller in the Innermost (1885–1886) presents a winged, inward-looking figure as an allegory of conscience. A light on the brow and the symbolic objects gathered about the figure introduce the themes of perception, judgement and truth. The tightly concentrated arrangement draws attention to the face and hands, while enveloping wings and surrounding shadow give the figure a presence that seems both protected and watchful.

Watts uses allegory to give visible form to an unseen moral faculty. The arrows and trumpet associated with the figure suggest conscience’s power both to penetrate appearances and to make truth known. Yet the image remains contemplative rather than declarative: subdued colour, softened modelling and the figure’s absorbed expression encourage sustained looking. Its force lies in this balance between recognisable symbols and an elusive atmosphere, turning an abstract idea into a deeply personal encounter with the inner life.

Print: 

A premium quality heavyweight (200gsm) fine art print material with a smooth, clean finish. This museum quality paper is extremely consistent and works perfectly with large, full colour graphics or illustrations. The matte finish emphasises different highlights and tones in the source artworks; helping to create stunning works of art.

- All prints feature a 0.25 inch white border to ensure space for framing. 

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• FSC approved or sustainably sourced paper
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• Contains no plastic

Sizes:

12 x 18 Inches = 30.5 cm x 45.7 cm

16 x 24 Inches = 40.6 cm x 61.0 cm