Rossetti

Pissarro, Lucien, 1863-1944Project Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

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Word count: 60K words
Chapters: 7

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Rossetti by Lucien PissarroAuthor: Pissarro, Lucien, 1863-1944,Language: English, Class: ND: Fine Arts: Painting, Release Date: Jul 29, 2013

Editor's review

This is a critical study of the painter Rossetti by Lucien Pissarro, himself a painter and printmaker—a perspective that gives the text an insider's view of the art world rather than a conventional art-historical survey. Published as a public-domain art e-book, it is concise and serves as an accessible introduction to Rossetti's painting. Its value lies in offering the viewpoint of a contemporary within artistic circles, through which readers can encounter the basic features of Rossetti's work and related discussion, and from there extend into the artistic context of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. As for reading situations, it suits background reading before a gallery visit, supplementary material for art courses, or light thematic reading for art enthusiasts. Note that the book is an early English-language original, and its critical idiom differs from contemporary art-historical scholarship; readers are advised to consult reliable modern art-historical sources alongside it and not treat its judgments as definitive.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Art enthusiasts seeking an initial understanding of Rossetti's painting
Gallery-goers preparing for a related exhibition who need background reading
Students taking art history courses who need supplementary material
Readers interested in the artistic context of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood

Not a good fit for

Readers seeking a systematic art history textbook or in-depth academic research
Readers expecting high-resolution plates and detailed analysis of paintings
Chinese-speaking readers unaccustomed to English-language art criticism

Reading tips

Begin by browsing images of Rossetti's representative works, then read the commentary to form a text-image comparison.
Mark the titles of paintings mentioned while reading, and look up the original images one by one afterward.
Read alongside a modern art history work, noting the differences in critical idiom across eras.
After finishing, write a short hundred-word review summarizing the views you agree with and those you question.

About the publisher

Project Gutenberg United States · Founded in 1971

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FAQ

Does this book include high-resolution plates of Rossetti's paintings?

Sources indicate the book is a public-domain art e-text and do not state that it contains high-resolution plates. Project Gutenberg texts of this kind are usually text-based; readers who wish to view the paintings are advised to consult public image resources from museums or art image libraries separately.

What is the relationship between the author Lucien Pissarro and Rossetti?

Sources only identify the author as Lucien Pissarro (1863–1944), a painter and printmaker. The extent of his personal acquaintance with Rossetti is not specified in the available information; readers should not infer their relationship from this and should rely on the actual content of the text.

Can I understand this book without knowing about the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood?

You can read it, but your understanding will be diminished. The commentary engages with the artistic context in which Rossetti worked; if you know nothing about the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, it is advisable to spend ten minutes looking up basic information about the movement before starting the main text—the reading experience will be much smoother.

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About the author

Pissarro, Lucien, 1863-1944 Author · French · 1863–1944

Lucien Pissarro (1863–1944) was a French painter and printmaker, the son of the Impressionist painter Camille Pissarro and an important figure in the British wood engraving movement. In his prints he emphasized the expressive qualities of the burin and the grain of the wood, helping to turn wood engraving from a means of reproduction into an independent art form and influencing the development of modern printmaking in Britain. One of his works, titled Rossetti, is held in the collection and centers on Dante Gabriel Rossetti. Public information on the details of his life is limited; his contribution lies chiefly in his printmaking practice and his role in advancing the new wood engraving movement.