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Rupes Topseia, 1874 (pen & ink on paper)
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Rupes Topseia, 1874 (pen & ink on paper)
XJF417311 Rupes Topseia, 1874 (pen & ink on paper) by Rossetti, Dante Gabriel Charles (1828-82); Private Collection; (add.info.: caricature of William Morris (1834-98) English designer; he is shown falling from a precipice with a copy of Earthly Paradise and a knife and fork; Rossetti and the other partners in Morris, Marshall, Faulkner & Co are shown seated on the hill with a banner declaring we are starving, they were angry at Morris for proposing to take entire control of the business by buying them out; Jane Morris looks down from the crescent moon; ); English, out of copyright
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In this print titled "Rupes Topseia, 1874" we are transported to a world of satire and humor. Created by the talented artist Dante Gabriel Charles Rossetti, this pen and ink masterpiece captures a moment filled with tension and irony. The central figure in the caricature is none other than William Morris, an English designer known for his innovative work. However, instead of showcasing his creative prowess, Rossetti portrays him falling from a precipice. Clutching a copy of Earthly Paradise in one hand and wielding a knife and fork in the other, Morris seems to be teetering on the edge of disaster. Meanwhile, seated on the hill behind him are Rossetti himself and the other partners in Morris' company. Holding up a banner that boldly declares "we are starving" they express their anger towards Morris for proposing to take complete control of their business by buying them out. Adding another layer to this intriguing scene is Jane Morris, depicted looking down from the crescent moon above. Her presence suggests both support for her husband's endeavors but also perhaps some skepticism about his actions. This thought-provoking artwork not only showcases Rossetti's artistic skill but also serves as social commentary on power dynamics within partnerships and businesses. With its clever use of satire and humor, Rupes Topseia invites viewers to reflect upon themes such as ambition, loyalty, and personal sacrifice.
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