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Design for book cover, The Lost Dog
Design for a book cover entitled The Lost Dog by Ascott R. Hope. Gouache on copy paper, watercolour and pencil. Silver Studio; Blackie, London.
1897
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1897 Blackie Copy Cream Fiction Gouache Hope Lost Nouveau Patterns Pencil Repeating
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This gouache, watercolour, and pencil design for the book cover of "The Lost Dog" by Ascott R. Hope, showcases the artistic prowess of the late Victorian era. The design, created in 1897 at the Silver Studio in London by Blackie, a renowned publishing house of the time, is a stunning example of the Art Nouveau style. The cover is dominated by rich, deep shades of silver, black, and navy blue, with intricate, repeating patterns adding an air of mystery and allure. The central image of a lost dog, rendered in cream and beige hues, adds a poignant touch to the design. The dog's expressive eyes and drooping ears convey a sense of sadness and longing, drawing the viewer in and inviting them to explore the story within. The design also features delicate watercolour accents of birds, adding a whimsical touch and further emphasizing the narrative theme of loss and search. The overall effect is a cover that is both visually striking and emotionally resonant, perfectly encapsulating the mood and tone of the fiction within. This beautiful design, with its intricate patterns and evocative imagery, is a testament to the artistic talent and creativity of the late 1890s. It stands as a reminder of the power of art to transport us to another world, to evoke emotion and to tell a story through a single image.
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