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Artist Scott Gustafson’s exquisite and detailed paintings
speak to the childhood dreams and passions in each of us, unlocking
a world of wonder and “once upon-a-times” … In
Merlin and Arthur, Gustafson brings to life the stuff of which
legends are made. Authors and artists have fallen under the spell
of possibilities that abound within the framework of the Arthurian
Legend. Merlin, the world’s foremost wizard, alchemist,
prophet and sage would have made a dazzling tutor for Arthur,
the young boy who was destined to become Britain’s “once
and ever king.” Gustafson sets his scene in Merlin’s
room, chock full of exotic and marvelous portents, omens, objects
and animals. In fact, 21 symbols and references associated with
the legend of Merlin can be found through out the painting. |