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E. Cobham Brewer 1810–1897. Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. 1898.
 
Ro’sa (Salva’tor).
 
An Italian painter, noted for his scenes of savage nature, gloomy grandeur, and awe-creating magnificence. (1615–1673.)   1
       
“Whate’er Lorrain light touched with softened hue,
Or savage Rosa dashed, or learnëd Poussin drew.”
       
Thomson: Castle of Indolence, canto i.
 


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