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Fine Art Print : Irish dramatist Oscar Wilde with Lord Alfred Douglas
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Irish dramatist Oscar Wilde with Lord Alfred Douglas
Irish dramatist Oscar Wilde (1854 - 1900) with Lord Alfred Douglas (1870 - 1945) at Oxford, 1893. Wilde began an affair with Lord Alfred Douglas, nicknamed Bosie. In April 1895, Wilde sued Bosies father, the Marquis of Queensberry, for libel, after the Marquis has accused him of being homosexual. Wilde lost and, after details of his private life were revealed during the trial, was arrested and tried for gross indecency. He was sentenced to two years of hard labour. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11796228
© 2008 Getty Images
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the captivating world of Oscar Wilde and Lord Alfred Douglas with this exquisite fine art print from the Media Storehouse collection. Captured in 1893 at Oxford University, this rare photograph from the Hulton Archive beautifully documents the beginning of their notorious relationship. Add an air of intrigue and sophistication to your home or office with this stunning, museum-quality print. Experience the allure of history through the lens of fine art.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.2cm x 50.8cm (14.6" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the iconic Irish dramatist Oscar Wilde alongside his lover Lord Alfred Douglas at Oxford in 1893. The image portrays a moment frozen in time, showcasing the youthful charm of both men as they sit together. Wilde's affair with Lord Alfred Douglas, affectionately known as Bosie, would ultimately lead to his downfall. In a society that was intolerant of homosexuality during this era, their relationship became scandalous when Bosie's father, the Marquis of Queensberry, accused Wilde of being gay. This accusation resulted in a libel lawsuit brought by Wilde against the Marquis. Unfortunately for Wilde, he lost the case and found himself exposed during the trial when intimate details about his private life were revealed. Subsequently arrested and charged with gross indecency, he was sentenced to two years of hard labor. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of both Wilde's immense talent as an Irish writer and playwright and also the tragic consequences he faced due to societal prejudice against homosexuality at that time. Preserved by Hulton Archive/Getty Images, this powerful image offers us a glimpse into history while evoking emotions surrounding love, identity struggles, and social injustice. It stands as a testament to Oscar Wilde's enduring legacy despite facing personal hardships throughout his life.
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