The artwork “Image of artist and his exotic pet” was created by Dante Gabriel Rossetti in 1871. It belongs to the Romanticism art movement and falls under the genre of sketch and study.
The artwork is a delicate and detailed sketch featuring an exotic pet, presumably a small rodent, held by a pair of human hands. The drawing captures the texture and form of the creature as it sits contentedly, seemingly gnawing or holding something within its small paws. The human hands, rendered with careful line work, gently cradle the animal, suggesting a sense of tenderness and care. Overall, the composition highlights Rossetti’s skillful ability to convey intimacy and affection through minimalist yet expressive lines.
