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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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Step into the world of wit and intrigue with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Storehouse collection. This exquisite puzzle features an iconic image of Oscar Wilde, the renowned Irish playwright, and Lord Alfred Douglas, also known as Bosie, captured in a historic moment at Oxford University in 1893. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of their complex relationship as you piece together this beautiful, high-quality puzzle. A must-have for art enthusiasts, history buffs, and puzzle lovers alike.
500 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 40x51cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
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Estimated Product Size is 40.3cm x 50.7cm (15.9" x 20")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or 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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