Icarus oil painting by BWS
Artist: Barry Windsor Smith (Painter)
53 Comments - 12,810 Views - 5 Likes
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DescriptionPieces like this speak for themselves. My favorite BWS painting, and one of the few he did in oil. Published as a print, and also as a cover. I reframed it. The back of the art has written in Barry's hand, 'self portrait'. It represents the fall of Icarus due to his going too close to the sun, against his father's instructions-- pride-- which copies the biblical fall of Lucifer because of similar pride and disobedience to the Father. A deeply moving allegorical work, complex and detailed in its execution. 1979-1980, oil on board.Social/Sharing |
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Charles Dahan 
Member Since 2005
Posted on 1/26/2013
That might be the nicest painting I have seen posted in a long while. Bravo. This one is a stunner!
John Bamber
Member Since 2004
Posted on 1/26/2013
Absolutely stunning. The only BWS piece I own is a prelim to the image of Icarus and I consider that one my best... This is great :)
Davide G.
Member Since 2009
Posted on 1/26/2013
BWS at the very best of his Pre-Raphaelite period, thanks for sharing this masterpiece!
Conny Valentina
Member Since 2008
Posted on 1/26/2013
I can only imagine what a wonder it is to stand infront of this masterpiece and admire it in person. Beautiful.
E DLS
Member Since 2005
Posted on 1/26/2013
As if your "Age Of Innocence" and "Artemis & Apollo" paintings weren't enough, you had to go and throw THIS up! I've been very lucky to acquire all the art I own, but when I see a collection like yours, it almost makes me feel like I've been wasting my time and money for the last 30 years!
Rob Pistella
Member Since 2005
Forum Moderator
Posted on 1/26/2013
E DLS wrote:
As if your "Age Of Innocence" and "Artemis & Apollo" paintings weren't enough, you had to go and throw THIS up! I've been very lucky to acquire all the art I own, but when I see a collection like yours, it almost makes me feel like I've been wasting my time and money for the last 30 years!Eric, you have a great eye and an outstanding collection! Buying art you love is never a waste of time! Thanks for the kind words!
Tom Coker
Member Since 2005
Posted on 1/26/2013
What a work of grandeur and beauty! BWS' finest? A good argument can be made...
Eric F
Member Since 2009
Posted on 1/26/2013
Fantastic painting! Thanks for sharing these great pieces of art.
Lance Suarez
Member Since 2004
Posted on 1/26/2013
Also my favorite BWS piece. Just beautiful Robert! Congrats again.
Dave Kopecki
Member Since 2008
Posted on 1/26/2013
One of the finest paintings I have ever seen, and from a great period for BWS! Congrats on another jaw dropping BWS piece!
Michael Kenyon
Member Since 2008
Posted on 1/26/2013
Was just thinking "wonder what Rob is up to" and I find Icarus. The results would seem almost beyond even the considerable talents of BWS. Perhaps a miracle? Really extraordinary painting Rob. You must be thrilled.
Rob Pistella
Member Since 2005
Forum Moderator
Posted on 1/26/2013
Michael Kenyon wrote:
Was just thinking "wonder what Rob is up to" and I find Icarus. The results would seem almost beyond even the considerable talents of BWS. Perhaps a miracle? Really extraordinary painting Rob. You must be thrilled.Thrilled indeed Michael!! It really IS quintessential. Thanks.
steve staszower
Member Since 2005
Posted on 1/26/2013
I figured I'd see this in your gallery sooner or later!!! Another masterpiece to rival the others in your gallery!!
Kirk Dilbeck (3-Wishes and Patron-of-art)
Member Since 2006
Posted on 1/26/2013
Truly a masterpiece!
Alkis V.
Member Since 2004
Posted on 1/27/2013
One of the best paintings ever - a collector's dream!
John B
Member Since 2004
Posted on 1/27/2013
Well, here's something you don't see everyday. One of the best BWS paintings, no question.
Mark Levy
Member Since 2004
Posted on 1/27/2013
Spectacular - looking forward to your museum showing!
Enrico Salvini
Member Since 2005
Posted on 2/21/2013
F*************************************CK!!!!!!!!!
Yeah, don't thank me for the in-depth commentary, but my brain just went into overload.
F*************************************CK!!!!!!!!!
David Grisez
Member Since 2009
Posted on 2/21/2013
you said: Pieces like this speak for themselves... that is true because no words I know would do this justice...............
Fabio C.
Member Since 2005
Posted on 4/2/2013
there are no words to fully express the beauty of this painting
Tom Coker
Member Since 2005
Posted on 8/29/2013
You know, Rob I just can't help myself from coming back to this. It is one of the most beautiful works I have ever seen in my life! Would love to see it in person some day.
Ingrid Neilson
Member Since 2015
Posted on 1/13/2016
Stunning and incredibly beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing.
Rick W
Member Since 2017
Posted on 7/4/2017
You must have to stop and look at this for an hour every time you walk by it. How do you ever get anything done? ;]
Thomas F
Member Since 2010
Posted on 7/29/2017
It took me a while (a few years) to get the print, wich does not show up that often, especially in good condition. But THIS.... I have no words for it. Congrats, you have done everything right! ;-)
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