George Frederic Watts: The Poet of Victorian Symbolism George Frederic Watts (1817-1904) stands as a towering figure in the British art landscape, particularly revered for his contribution to the Symbolist movement. Born Marylebone, London, Watts’ life was shaped by early hardship – the loss of his mother at infancy and fragile health – fostering within him a profound sensitivity that would permeate his artistic vision. His father, a piano maker, instilled in him a grounding in classical education, notably Homer's Iliad, an influence that would resonate throughout his oeuvre. Watts embarked…