Greetings Card : SHAKESPEARE: HENRY IV. Prince Henry and Falstaff in Act I, Scene II of William Shakespeares King Henry IV, Part I : wood engraving, 1881, after Sir John Gilbert
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SHAKESPEARE: HENRY IV. Prince Henry and Falstaff in Act I, Scene II of William Shakespeares King Henry IV, Part I : wood engraving, 1881, after Sir John Gilbert
SHAKESPEARE: HENRY IV.
Prince Henry and Falstaff in Act I, Scene II of William Shakespeares King Henry IV, Part I : wood engraving, 1881, after Sir John Gilbert
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Elizabethan Falstaff Gilbert Henry Iv Play Prince Shakespeare Will I Am
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step into the world of Shakespeare's King Henry IV, Part I with our exquisite range of greeting cards. Featuring the iconic scene between Prince Henry and Falstaff in Act I, Scene II, these cards bring the timeless tale to life. This beautiful wood engraving, created in 1881 after Sir John Gilbert's original work, is now available as a greeting card from Media Storehouse. Perfect for Shakespeare enthusiasts, literary lovers, or anyone in need of a thoughtful and unique card, our Shakespearean collection is sure to impress. Send a piece of history with every message.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This wood engraving from 1881 transports us to Act I, Scene II of William Shakespeare's timeless play, King Henry IV, Part I. The scene depicts the intriguing encounter between Prince Henry and Falstaff, two iconic characters brought to life by the brilliant mind of Shakespeare. Crafted by Sir John Gilbert and expertly reproduced in this print, every detail exudes the essence of Elizabethan drama. Prince Henry stands tall and regal, embodying his royal lineage with an air of authority. His gaze is fixed upon Falstaff, a larger-than-life figure whose joviality fills the space around him. Their contrasting personalities are evident even in this static image: one representing duty and honor while the other symbolizes indulgence and mirth. The intricate lines of this wood engraving showcase Gilbert's mastery as an illustrator. Each stroke captures not only the physical appearance but also the complex emotions that permeate this pivotal moment in the play. It is through such artistry that we can almost hear their dialogue echoing off these aged pages. As we admire this remarkable piece from The Granger Collection in New York, we are reminded once again why Shakespeare's works continue to captivate audiences centuries later. This print serves as a testament to both his genius as a playwright and Gilbert's skill as an artist – forever immortalizing these unforgettable characters for generations to come.
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