(Christine) Following a tumultuous life entrenched in Britain's art world, Elizabeth Siddal was laid to rest in 1862, but her body's peace would be disturbed only a few years later when her coffin was reopened. Find out the story behind the disturbance of the late artist and model's earthly remains in this episode.
11/02/19 • 18 min
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Footnoting History - The Unquiet Afterlife of Elizabeth Siddal
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Resting in peace isn’t always a guarantee, and it was certainly delayed for Elizabeth Siddal. This week we’re talking about the life - and afterlife - of the 19th-century model, artist, and poet.
Hey everyone, Christine here, with a brand new episode of Footnoting History that’s all about Elizabeth Siddal. My first exposure to her was through a 2009 BBC series called Desperate Romantics which highly fictionalized her life alongsid
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Where was Elizabeth Siddal born?
Elizabeth Siddal was born in London, England.
Who were some of the artists Elizabeth Siddal posed for?
Elizabeth Siddal posed for notable artists like Walter Deverell, William Holman Hunt, and John Everett Millais.
What was Elizabeth Siddal's relationship with Dante Gabriel Rossetti?
Elizabeth Siddal had a significant relationship with Dante Gabriel Rossetti, a member of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood.
How did Elizabeth Siddal die?
Elizabeth Siddal died at the age of 32 due to an accidental overdose of laudanum, a painkiller made from opium.
What did Dante Gabriel Rossetti do after Elizabeth Siddal's death?
Dante Gabriel Rossetti exhumed Siddal's coffin to retrieve a book of poems he had placed inside, which he later published.
Did Elizabeth Siddal contribute to the art world in other ways besides modeling?
Yes, Elizabeth Siddal was also an artist and poet, and her own artwork and poetry have gained recognition in recent years.
When did Elizabeth Siddal pass away?
Elizabeth Siddal died on February 11, 1862, at the age of 32.
Who were the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood?
The Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood was a group of English painters, poets, and critics who sought to emulate the art styles of the early Italian Renaissance.
What was Elizabeth Siddal's role in the Victorian art world?
Elizabeth Siddal became a prominent figure in the Victorian art world as a model for the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood.
How did Elizabeth Siddal's marriage with Dante Gabriel Rossetti end?
Elizabeth Siddal's marriage with Dante Gabriel Rossetti was short-lived, and they suffered the loss of a stillborn child.
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