The artwork, titled “Zipporah, after Botticelli,” was created by John Ruskin in 1874. It falls under the Renaissance and Romanticism art movements and is categorized as a sketch and study.
In the artwork, John Ruskin draws inspiration from the graceful style of Sandro Botticelli. Zipporah, presented as a delicate and striking figure, is adorned in flowing garments richly detailed with intricate patterns and embroidery. Her long, golden hair cascades elegantly down her shoulders, and she appears deep in contemplation, holding a staff and an ensemble of fruits close to her chest. The use of warm tones and soft lines imbues the scene with a sense of romanticized and idealized beauty, characteristic of the Renaissance and Romanticism influences. The artwork’s detailed textures and expressive form capture a moment of serene introspection, exquisitely showcasing Ruskin’s admiration for Botticelli’s artistic legacy.