Fine Art Print : WILDE (1854-1900)
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WILDE (1854-1900)
OSCAR WILDE playwright and dandy
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1856 Dandy Oscar Playwright Wilde
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring the captivating world of Oscar Wilde into your home with our exquisite fine art print of 'WILDE (1854-1900)' by Mary Evans Picture Library. This stunning portrait captures the wit and charm of the renowned Irish playwright and dandy. Printed on high-quality archival paper, this artwork is a must-have for any art lover or Wilde enthusiast. Experience the timeless elegance and sophistication of Oscar Wilde through this beautiful fine art print from Media Storehouse.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 32.4cm x 53.3cm (12.8" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the enigmatic and flamboyant figure of Oscar Wilde (1854-1900), the renowned Irish playwright and dandy, in his prime. Taken in the late 1880s, during the height of his literary success and social notoriety, the image showcases Wilde's distinctive style and charisma. With his piercing gaze, finely tailored suit, and artfully arranged flower, he embodies the epitome of the dandy - a figure of aestheticism, wit, and nonchalance. Born in Dublin, Wilde studied at Trinity College in Dublin and Magdalen College, Oxford. He began his literary career as a critic and journalist, and quickly gained a reputation for his incisive wit and provocative ideas. His first major success came with the publication of "Lady Windermere's Fan" in 1892, followed by "An Ideal Husband" in 1895. Both plays were critical and commercial successes, cementing Wilde's place as a leading playwright of the late Victorian era. However, Wilde's fortunes took a dramatic turn when he was prosecuted for "gross indecency" in 1895, following a series of scandalous love letters and a notorious trial. He was sentenced to two years' hard labor and, after his release, left England for France, where he lived in exile until his untimely death in 1900. Despite the tragic circumstances of his later years, Wilde's legacy as a playwright and cultural icon remains undiminished. His works continue to be performed and studied around the world, and his influence on literature, art, and fashion is felt to this day. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of a complex and fascinating figure who defied convention and challenged societal norms, leaving an indelible mark on history.
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