TY  - BOOK
AU  - Pissarro,Lucien
AU  - Hare,T.Leman
TI  - Rossetti
T2  - Masterpieces in Colour
AV  - ND 
PY  - 2013///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Rossetti, Dante Gabriel, 1828-1882
N1  - Release date is 2013-07-29; Produced by eagkw, sp1nd and the Online Distributed
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N2  - "Rossetti" by Lucien Pissarro is a detailed biography written in the late 19th century that explores the life and artistic contributions of Dante Gabriel Rossetti, an influential figure in the Pre-Raphaelite movement. This book serves not only as a biography but also as a critical analysis of Rossetti's works, highlighting his dual role as both poet and painter. The narrative provides a deep dive into Rossetti's upbringing, his artistic evolution, and the social and cultural contexts that shaped his craft.  The book chronicles Rossetti's early life, his Italian heritage, and his education in art, detailing his development as a painter and poet. Pissarro discusses Rossetti's formation of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood alongside artists like Millais and Hunt, emphasizing their innovative approach that sought to return to nature and psychological depth in art. Key works are examined, such as "The Daydream," "Beata Beatrix," and "Dante's Dream," reflecting Rossetti's literary influences and the personal tragedies that informed his art. Pissarro also addresses the struggles Rossetti faced, including health issues and the eventual decline of his artistic output, culminating in his death in 1882. Through Pissarro's eloquent prose, readers gain a comprehensive understanding of Rossetti's legacy and his impact on English art and literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43347
ER  -