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Antique Framed Print : Illustration By George Cruikshank To The Poem The Merchant Of Venice, A Legend Of Italy. From The Book The Ingoldsby Legends Or Mirth And Marvels By Thomas Ingoldsby, Published 1865
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Illustration By George Cruikshank To The Poem The Merchant Of Venice, A Legend Of Italy. From The Book The Ingoldsby Legends Or Mirth And Marvels By Thomas Ingoldsby, Published 1865
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Cruikshank Ingoldsby Legend Legends Merchant Poem Poetry Venice Shylock
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.6cm x 24.4cm (7.7" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
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 transports us back to the enchanting world of 19th-century literature. Illustrated by the renowned artist George Cruikshank, this piece accompanies Thomas Ingoldsby's poem "The Merchant of Venice, A Legend of Italy". Published in 1865 as part of the book "The Ingoldsby Legends or Mirth and Marvels" it beautifully captures the essence of Shakespeare's iconic play. In this scene, we find ourselves immersed in the romantic cityscape of Venice. The intricate details bring life to every building and bridge that line the canals. As our eyes wander through the illustration, we are drawn to a figure standing at its center - Shylock, one of literature's most complex characters. Cruikshank masterfully depicts Shylock with a mix of intrigue and menace. His sharp features convey both cunning intelligence and deep-rooted resentment. We can almost hear his voice echoing lines from Shakespeare's play as he contemplates his revenge against Antonio. Through this artwork, Cruikshank skillfully captures not only the physicality but also the emotional depth behind each character in Ingoldsby's poem. It serves as a visual gateway into an enthralling tale where legends intertwine with poetry. As we admire this vintage print by Ken Welsh from Design Pics, let us be reminded once again that art has no expiration date; it continues to inspire generations long after its creation.
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