The correct spelling for the phrase "wast the picture of" is actually "was the picture of." The sound "th" in "the" is represented by the IPA symbol /ð/, while the sound "t" in "wast" is represented by /t/. These sounds may sound similar to some, hence the confusion in spelling. However, proper usage of the English language requires the proper spelling and pronunciation of words, which includes paying attention to the nuances of certain sounds in words.