The savage
I have seen the face of evil
It smiled at the suffering
Stood in judgment of misfortune
As it tormented the weak
Wore a crown of avarice
Dressed in its own vanity
Seemingly too virtuous to reflect
Any sense of neglect
This wretched soul has no sympathy
The loss of reason seems the most dreadful trait
That enlivens no joy and alleviates no grief
This is indeed a miserable soul exiled from humanity
~ Camille
“The savage” is a portrait of cruelty unmasked — a poem about avarice, vanity, and the particular horror of a soul that can witness suffering and still smile.
Printed in vibrant red ink on earthy oatmeal-toned recycled paper, this piece holds a stark moral clarity — a reminder that the most dreadful loss is not taste or status, but reason and sympathy: the things that keep us human.
Print Details
Ink: Vibrant red — a striking contrast against the oatmeal-toned background
Paper: A5 earthy recycled paper, acid-free and eco-friendly
Size: A5 (148mm x 210mm) — ideal for framing, pinning, or gifting
Weight: 209gsm — sturdy with a premium feel
Finish: Professionally printed with archival-grade inks for long-lasting colour and clarity
Signature: Hand-signed and dated by Camille on the reverse of every print
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Styling Notes
This A5 print fits standard A5 frames and also works beautifully matted for a more gallery-style presentation. A meaningful gift for poetry lovers, creatives, and thoughtful interiors.
About the Artist
Camille Delaquise is an Australian poet, abstract artist, and musician creating work that speaks to the emotional depth of everyday life. Her poetry, art, and music are united by a distinctive voice — reflective, intuitive, and deeply human — with themes of connection, transformation, vulnerability, and inner strength running throughout. Each piece is part of a wider creative practice built on honesty, beauty, and expression, offering collectors something more than decoration: work with presence, meaning, and lasting emotional resonance. For those looking to buy art or poetry that feels personal, contemporary, and genuinely original, Camille Delaquise’s work offers a compelling and collectible voice in Australian creative culture.
