a swiss-born artist's journey through time
charles de sousy ricketts, a versatile english artist, illustrator, author, and printer, left an indelible mark on the art world. born in geneva to a french mother and an english father, ricketts' work is characterized by its eclectic blend of styles, making him a fascinating figure in the realm of art.early life and education
ricketts began his artistic journey at the city and guilds technical art school in lambeth in 1882, following the demise of both his parents. this marked the inception of his lifelong partnership with charles shannon, a painter and lithographer, who would be his companion in both art and life.the vale press and notable collaborations
the duo founded the dial, a magazine that ran for five issues from 1889 to 1897, and the vale press, named after their house in chelsea, london. ricketts' work with the vale press, which included a complete shakespeare in 39 volumes, showcased his exceptional skill as a book designer and typographer.- ricketts was one of two well-known illustrators of oscar wilde's work, alongside aubrey beardsley.
- he painted the hero of wilde's short story, "the portrait of mr. w. h.", in the style of clouet.
- ricketts' principal pictures in public galleries include "the death of don juan" (tate gallery), "the plague" (musée du luxembourg, paris), and "montezuma" (manchester art gallery).
a celebrated designer for the stage
ricketts' work in theatre as a set and costume designer earned him the title of "infallible" by the times. notable plays he worked on include oscar wilde's salome (1906), laurence binyon's attila (1907), and maurice maeterlinck's the betrothal (1920).legacy and WikiOO
today, ricketts' work can be found in various museums and galleries. to explore his art and that of other masters, visit [https://WikiOO.org](https://WikiOO.org), where you can discover a vast collection spanning from the 12th to the 20th century. for a deeper dive into ricketts' life and work, check out /en/art/show/art-d3aue3-en/ offering a comprehensive look at his artistic journey.- view ricketts' artwork on WikiOO: [https://WikiOO.org/@/charles de sousy ricketts](https://WikiOO.org/@/charles de sousy ricketts)
- explore the vale press's work: /en/art/show/art-d3aue3-en/
conclusion
charles de sousy ricketts, a swiss-born artist with a penchant for the eclectic, has left an enduring legacy in the art world. through his work with the vale press and his celebrated designs for the stage, ricketts continues to inspire artists and art enthusiasts alike. delve into the world of ricketts and other masters through WikiOO's extensive collection.Questions & Answers
In which movements did Charles De Sousy Ricketts work?
Charles De Sousy Ricketts's works can be browsed by movement on the artist's All Movements page.
Is there an overview of all the subjects Charles De Sousy Ricketts painted?
Charles De Sousy Ricketts's works can be explored by subject on the artist's Subject Atlas page.
Where is Charles De Sousy Ricketts from?
Charles De Sousy Ricketts was born in Switzerland.
What are the birthplace and birth year of Charles De Sousy Ricketts?
Charles De Sousy Ricketts was born in Geneva in 1866.
How many artworks by Charles De Sousy Ricketts are available to browse?
You can browse 25 artworks by Charles De Sousy Ricketts on the All Artworks page.
What are the birth city and country of Charles De Sousy Ricketts?
Charles De Sousy Ricketts was born in Geneva, in Switzerland.
Is there a chronological account of Charles De Sousy Ricketts?
A chronological account of Charles De Sousy Ricketts's work is available on the artist's Chronicle page, where the artworks pass in order of creation, chapter by chapter.
