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Portia and Shylock in The Merchant of Venice (chromolitho)
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Portia and Shylock in The Merchant of Venice (chromolitho)
969292 Portia and Shylock in The Merchant of Venice (chromolitho) by Paget, Walter Stanley (1861-1908); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portia and Shylock in The Merchant of Venice. O, wise and upright judge! Illustration for Shakespeare Pictures by H M Paget and Walter Paget (Ernest Nister, c 1890).); © Look and Learn
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Portia Shylock The Merchant Of Venice English Literature
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This chromolitho print captures the iconic scene from William Shakespeare's "The Merchant of Venice" featuring Portia and Shylock. The image showcases the intense drama and tension between these two central characters, brought to life by the skilled hand of artist Walter Stanley Paget. Portrayed in vivid detail, Portia stands as a beacon of wisdom and righteousness, embodying her role as an intelligent judge. Her presence exudes confidence and grace, while her piercing gaze hints at the depth of her understanding. Opposite her stands Shylock, his face etched with a mix of anger and desperation. This complex character is brilliantly captured by Paget, revealing both his villainous nature and his vulnerability. Through this artwork, we witness Shylock's struggle for justice amidst a society that has marginalized him. Paget's attention to detail transports us back to the Elizabethan era when this play was first performed. Every brushstroke brings out the richness of Shakespeare's words on stage - a testament to English literature at its finest. This remarkable print serves as a reminder of the enduring power of theater and literature to provoke thought and ignite emotions within us all. It encapsulates not only one moment in time but also centuries' worth of artistic interpretation that continues to captivate audiences today.
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