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How They Met Themselves, 1864 (w/c & bodycolour on paper)
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How They Met Themselves, 1864 (w/c & bodycolour on paper)
PNH468075 How They Met Themselves, 1864 (w/c & bodycolour on paper) by Rossetti, Dante Gabriel Charles (1828-82); 27.9x24.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: one of three versions of this subject; depicts the legend of the Doppelganger, the vision of which is a presentiment of death; two medieval lovers in a wood meeting their doubles who glow supernaturally;); Photo © Peter Nahum at The Leicester Galleries, London
Media ID 38109482
© © Peter Nahum at The Leicester Galleries, London / Bridgeman Images
Double Doubles Fainting Foretold Glowing Rossetti Dante Gabriel 1828 1882 Doppelganger Dying Lovers Pre Raphaelite Traditional Costume
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This print captures Dante Gabriel Rossetti's haunting painting "How They Met Themselves" from 1864. The scene depicts a chilling legend of the Doppelganger, where two medieval lovers in a mystical wood encounter their own glowing doubles - an eerie premonition of death.
Rossetti's masterful use of watercolor and bodycolor on paper brings this supernatural moment to life, with the figures appearing almost ethereal against the dark landscape. The female figure faints at the sight of her double, while the male figure looks on in disbelief.
The composition is filled with symbolism and emotion, as the lovers come face to face with their own mortality. The traditional costumes and detailed rendering create a sense of timelessness, drawing viewers into this mysterious world.
As one of three versions of this subject by Rossetti, "How They Met Themselves" remains a powerful example of Pre-Raphaelite artistry. The artist's skillful portrayal of doppelgangers and foretold death adds depth to the narrative, leaving viewers captivated by its enigmatic beauty.
This print allows us to appreciate Rossetti's work up close, showcasing his talent for storytelling through art. It serves as a reminder of the enduring power and intrigue found within 19th-century paintings like this one.
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