The artwork titled “Found” by Dante Gabriel Rossetti, created between 1854 and 1881, is an oil painting on canvas. It measures 80 x 91.4 cm and belongs to the Romanticism art movement. Classified as a genre painting, it is currently housed in the Delaware Art Museum in Wilmington, Delaware, United States.
In this painting, Rossetti presents a poignant scene of intense emotion and intricate storytelling. Dominating the foreground is a man, dressed in rustic attire, who appears to be attempting to support or possibly detain a woman adorned in elaborate clothing. Her flowing, patterned dress and the fallen state suggest distress or collapse against a brick wall. To the right, a calf in a cart is depicted, possibly symbolizing innocence or sacrifice, adding a layer of symbolism to the scene. The background portrays an urban landscape with architectural elements, creating a contrast to the more intimate moment between the central figures. The detailed textures, expressions, and use of color exemplify Rossetti’s Romanticist style, emphasizing emotion and narrative depth within the artwork.
