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Measure For Measure Collection

"Measure for Measure: A Tale of Morality and Mercy" In this captivating play by William Shakespeare, the intricate web of justice and mercy unfolds before our eyes

Background imageMeasure For Measure Collection: Oak and Myrtle (Measure for Measure). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn

Oak and Myrtle (Measure for Measure). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn
FLO4633860 Oak and Myrtle (Measure for Measure). Handcoioured botanical illustration drawn and lithographed by Jane Elizabeth Giraud from The Flowers of Shakespeare, Day and Haghe, London

Background imageMeasure For Measure Collection: 'Isabella' one of Shakespeare's Heroines; after FWW Topham, R.I. 1890. Creator: Unknown

'Isabella" one of Shakespeare's Heroines; after FWW Topham, R.I. 1890. Creator: Unknown
'Isabella" one of Shakespeare's Heroines; after FWW Topham, R.I. 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890

Background imageMeasure For Measure Collection: Isabella and Angelo (Shakespeare, Measure for Measure, Act 2, Scene 2), 1794. 1794

Isabella and Angelo (Shakespeare, Measure for Measure, Act 2, Scene 2), 1794. 1794. Creator: James Fittler
Isabella and Angelo (Shakespeare, Measure for Measure, Act 2, Scene 2), 1794

Background imageMeasure For Measure Collection: Isobels pleading (Measure for Measure), 1920s (colour litho)

Isobels pleading (Measure for Measure), 1920s (colour litho)
2920071 Isobels pleading (Measure for Measure), 1920s (colour litho) by Price, Norman Mills (1877-1951); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageMeasure For Measure Collection: Isabella, Measure for Measure

Isabella, Measure for Measure
LLM462430 Isabella, Measure for Measure by Bell, Robert Anning (1863-1933); Private Collection; (add.info.: Isabella, Measure for Measure)

Background imageMeasure For Measure Collection: Measure for Measure

Measure for Measure
LLM454187 Measure for Measure by English School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Measure for Measure. Illustration for The Complete Works of Shakspeare (John G Murdoch, 1877)

Background imageMeasure For Measure Collection: Claudio and Isabella (panel)

Claudio and Isabella (panel)
MAK87458 Claudio and Isabella (panel) by Hunt, William Holman (1827-1910); 19.5x12.2 cm; The Makins Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageMeasure For Measure Collection: 'Hear me, Isabel!'said the agonized Claudio (litho)

"Hear me, Isabel!"said the agonized Claudio (litho)
2794839 " Hear me, Isabel!" said the agonized Claudio (litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Hear me, Isabel!" said the agonized Claudio)

Background imageMeasure For Measure Collection: Measure for Measure (etching)

Measure for Measure (etching)
969190 Measure for Measure (etching) by Meadows, Joseph Kenny (1770-1874) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Measure for Measure, Act II, Scene i)

Background imageMeasure For Measure Collection: Measure for Measure

Measure for Measure
LLM455172 Measure for Measure by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Measure for Measure. Illustration from The Library Shakespeare (William Mackenzie)

Background imageMeasure For Measure Collection: Study for Mariana in the Moated Grange (oil on panel) (see MAK 618)

Study for Mariana in the Moated Grange (oil on panel) (see MAK 618)
MAK79771 Study for Mariana in the Moated Grange (oil on panel) (see MAK 618) by Millais, John Everett (1829-96); 13.3x11.8 cm; The Makins Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageMeasure For Measure Collection: William Shakespeare, Measure For Measure (colour litho)

William Shakespeare, Measure For Measure (colour litho)
5219127 William Shakespeare, Measure For Measure (colour litho) by Scheiner, Artus (1863-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Measure For Measure)

Background imageMeasure For Measure Collection: Her brother was in pious conversation with the Duke (litho)

Her brother was in pious conversation with the Duke (litho)
2781871 Her brother was in pious conversation with the Duke (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Her brother was in pious conversation with the Duke)

Background imageMeasure For Measure Collection: 'Justice, Most Royal Duke!'(litho)

"Justice, Most Royal Duke!"(litho)
2794928 " Justice, Most Royal Duke!" (litho) by Copping, Harold (1863-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Justice, Most Royal Duke)

Background imageMeasure For Measure Collection: 'I ll pray a thousand prayers for thy death'Isabella, 1900s (litho)

"I ll pray a thousand prayers for thy death"Isabella, 1900s (litho)
2920270 " I ll pray a thousand prayers for thy death" Isabella, 1900s (litho) by Paget, Walter (1863-1935); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageMeasure For Measure Collection: Head of Mariana, study for Mariana in the Moated Grange (oil on panel) (see 618)

Head of Mariana, study for Mariana in the Moated Grange (oil on panel) (see 618)
MAK79770 Head of Mariana, study for Mariana in the Moated Grange (oil on panel) (see 618) by Millais, John Everett (1829-96); The Makins Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageMeasure For Measure Collection: Here is a Gentlemen, and a friend of mine!, c1820. Creator: George Cruikshank

Here is a Gentlemen, and a friend of mine!, c1820. Creator: George Cruikshank
Here is a Gentlemen, and a friend of mine!, c1820. Satirical cartoon from a political pamphlet: " The question is not merely whether the Queen shall have her rights

Background imageMeasure For Measure Collection: Songs from Shakespeare: Take, Oh Take Those Lips Away. - Measure for Measure (Act IV

Songs from Shakespeare: Take, Oh Take Those Lips Away. - Measure for Measure (Act IV. Scene 1), 1896. Illustration with lines from the play by William Shakespeare. From The Magazine of Art

Background imageMeasure For Measure Collection: Measure for Measure. Act 2. Scene 4. Angelo and Isabella, 1797. Artist: WC Wilson

Measure for Measure. Act 2. Scene 4. Angelo and Isabella, 1797. Artist: WC Wilson
Measure for Measure. Act 2. Scene 4. Angelo and Isabella, 1797. After Robert Smirke (1753-1845). From Shakespeare Gallery, Pall Mall, 1795, by John Boydell. [J. & J. Boydell, London, 1795]

Background imageMeasure For Measure Collection: Claudio and Isabella, 1850. Artist: William Holman Hunt

Claudio and Isabella, 1850. Artist: William Holman Hunt
Claudio and Isabella, 1850. From the The Makins Collection

Background imageMeasure For Measure Collection: Vienna, Austria, c1790. Artist: A Birrell

Vienna, Austria, c1790. Artist: A Birrell
Vienna, Austria, c1790. View of the city from across the River Danube

Background imageMeasure For Measure Collection: Isabella. Principal female character from Shakespeares play Measure for Measure

Isabella. Principal female character from Shakespeares play Measure for Measure. From Shakespeare Gallery, published c.1840

Background imageMeasure For Measure Collection: Engraving Dated 1797 By W. C. Wilson After W. Smirke Ra Of Angelo And Isabella In Act 2 Scene 4 Of

Engraving Dated 1797 By W. C. Wilson After W. Smirke Ra Of Angelo And Isabella In Act 2 Scene 4 Of Measure For Measure
Engraving Dated 1797 By W.C. Wilson After W. Smirke Ra Of Angelo And Isabella In Act 2 Scene 4 Of Measure For Measure By William Shakespeare

Background imageMeasure For Measure Collection: 2654807; out of copyright

2654807; out of copyright

Background imageMeasure For Measure Collection: MEASURE FOR MEASURE, 17th C. Escalus and Elbow meet, Act II, Scene I: woodcut

MEASURE FOR MEASURE, 17th C. Escalus and Elbow meet, Act II, Scene I: woodcut, early 17th century

Background imageMeasure For Measure Collection: MEASURE FOR MEASURE. Isabella implores Duke Vincentio for justice in Act V

MEASURE FOR MEASURE. Isabella implores Duke Vincentio for justice in Act V, scene 1 of Shakespeares Measure for Measure : wood engraving after Sir John Gilbert from a late nineteenth-century edition


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"Measure for Measure: A Tale of Morality and Mercy" In this captivating play by William Shakespeare, the intricate web of justice and mercy unfolds before our eyes. Isabella and Angelo take center stage in Act 2, Scene 2, as their fates become entwined in a moral dilemma that tests their principles. The year is 1794 when James Fittler brings these characters to life through his artistic creation. Isabella's pleading gaze in the 1920s lithograph captures her desperation as she fights for justice and righteousness. Isabella, a symbol of virtue and purity, faces an agonizing decision that will determine her brother Claudio's fate. The panel depicting Claudio and Isabella showcases the emotional intensity between siblings torn apart by circumstance. "Hear me, Isabel. " cries out Claudio in anguish. His plea echoes through time as we witness the timeless struggle between morality and power depicted in this lithograph from Measure for Measure. Through etchings and oil paintings like "Study for Mariana in the Moated Grange, " we delve deeper into the complex relationships within this tale. Mariana's presence adds another layer to the narrative as she seeks redemption alongside Isabella. Shakespeare's words come alive once again with vibrant color lithographs illustrating scenes from Measure For Measure. These visual interpretations bring forth both beauty and despair found within its pages. As Isabella navigates her way through pious conversations with Duke Vincentio, we see how faith intertwines with political power. This lithograph portrays her brother engaged in deep contemplation alongside the Duke—a juxtaposition of religious devotion against worldly authority. "Justice, Most Royal Duke. " exclaims one character passionately captured on another lithograph. The cry for fairness reverberates throughout this play—questioning societal norms while challenging those who hold positions of influence. In "Measure for Measure, " Shakespeare invites us to ponder themes of morality, forgiveness, and the delicate balance between justice and mercy.