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Antique Framed Print : The Death of Hamlet, 1843. 1843. Creator: Eugene Delacroix
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The Death of Hamlet, 1843. 1843. Creator: Eugene Delacroix
The Death of Hamlet, 1843. In act 5, scene 2, Laertes and Hamlet kill each other in a duel and the queen dies from drinking poison intended for her son
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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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.3cm x 24.4cm (6.8" 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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The Death of Hamlet, 1843
EDITORS COMMENTS
by Eugene Delacroix captures the tragic climax of Shakespeare's renowned play. In this powerful lithograph, Delacroix masterfully portrays the heart-wrenching scene from Act 5, Scene 2, where Laertes and Hamlet engage in a fatal duel that ultimately claims both their lives. The queen lies lifeless beside them, having unwittingly consumed poison intended for her son. Delacroix's artistic genius is evident in his meticulous attention to detail and skillful use of lithotint technique. The black and white composition adds a haunting quality to the image, emphasizing the somber atmosphere surrounding these fateful events. This artwork not only showcases Delacroix's profound understanding of literature but also exemplifies the Romantic era's fascination with tragedy and emotion. Through his brushstrokes, he captures the essence of Shakespearean drama while infusing it with his own unique vision. As we gaze upon this print, we are transported back to nineteenth-century France when art served as a medium for exploring complex human emotions. It reminds us of our shared humanity and universal themes such as love, revenge, and mortality that continue to resonate across time. "The Death of Hamlet" stands as a testament to Eugene Delacroix's enduring legacy as one of history's greatest painters. His ability to breathe life into literary characters through visual representation is truly remarkable. This artwork invites us to reflect on our own mortality while immersing ourselves in the timeless
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