Rossetti by Lucien Pissarro (1883)
His Art and Life," is a comprehensive biography of the Pre-Raphaelite artist Dante Gabriel Rossetti. The book covers Rossetti's life and work, from his early years in London to his later years in the countryside. It examines his relationships with his family, friends, and colleagues, as well as his artistic influences and the development of his style. It also looks at his involvement in the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood and his role in the Aesthetic Movement. The book includes a selection of Rossetti's paintings, drawings, and poetry, as well as a chronology of his life and works. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the life and work of this important artist.
By Lucien Pissarro · First published 1883 · Genre: Biography, Art History, Literary Criticism · 7 chapters · 13,762 words
First lines
THE DAYDREAM
From the oil painting (61-1/2 in. by 35 in.) painted in 1880 and first exhibited in the Royal Academy in 1883. (Frontispiece)
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- Work type: Essay
- Author: Lucien Pissarro
- Date: 1883 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Biography, Art History, Literary Criticism, Non-Fiction
- Length: 13,762 words
- Structure: 7 chapters, 117 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Biography — The book is a biography of the artist Dante Gabriel Rossetti, written by his son Lucien Pissarro.
- Art History — The book provides an in-depth look at the life and works of Dante Gabriel Rossetti, and includes a detailed analysis of his art.
- Literary Criticism — The book includes a critical analysis of Rossetti's poetry and other writings, as well as his art.
- Non-Fiction — The book is a factual account of the life and works of Dante Gabriel Rossetti.
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1828-1882 · 1882 · Dante Gabriel · Masterpieces in Colour · Rossetti · also · art · beatrice · br · brown · called · colour
Contents
- CHAPTER I
- CHAPTER II
- CHAPTER III
- CHAPTER IV
- CHAPTER V
- CHAPTER VI
- CHAPTER VII