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Paolo and Francesca da Rimini (detail), 1855. Artist: Dante Gabriel Rossetti
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Paolo and Francesca da Rimini (detail), 1855. Artist: Dante Gabriel Rossetti
Paolo and Francesca da Rimini (detail), 1855. Left hand panel of a triptych housed in the Tate Britain. From The Studio Volume 65. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1915]
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Artistic Style Dante Gabriel Dante Gabriel Rossetti Divina Commedia Divine Comedy Francesca Francesca Da Rimini Inferno Kissing Lover Panel Paolo Pre Raphaelite Brotherhood Rossetti Stained Glass Studio Publications Studio Volume 65 Triptych Tunic Rimini
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This print captures a mesmerizing detail from Dante Gabriel Rossetti's famous painting, "Paolo and Francesca da Rimini" created in 1855. Housed in the prestigious Tate Britain, this left-hand panel of a triptych showcases Rossetti's exceptional artistic style and his affiliation with the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. In this intimate scene, Paolo and Francesca are depicted sitting indoors amidst an atmosphere of passion and love. The rich red hues dominate the composition, evoking intense emotions that permeate their forbidden relationship. Their clothes, beautifully rendered with meticulous attention to detail, reflect the fashion of the 19th century. The artist skillfully portrays their affectionate connection as they share a tender kiss. This moment encapsulates both the tragedy and beauty found within Dante Alighieri's "Divine Comedy" specifically in its depiction of Paolo and Francesca's doomed love story within the Inferno. The stained glass window behind them adds an ethereal touch to the scene while referencing literature as well as religious iconography. It serves as a visual metaphor for their entrapment within societal constraints. This exquisite watercolor portrait is not only a testament to Rossetti's mastery but also highlights his ability to convey complex concepts through art. As part of Studio Publications' collection, it has been preserved for over a century, allowing us to appreciate its timeless beauty today.
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