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Romeo and Juliet, Act V Scene 3, illustration from Tales from Shakespeare by Charles and Mary Lamb, 1905 (colour litho)
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Romeo and Juliet, Act V Scene 3, illustration from Tales from Shakespeare by Charles and Mary Lamb, 1905 (colour litho)
STC308588 Romeo and Juliet, Act V Scene 3, illustration from Tales from Shakespeare by Charles and Mary Lamb, 1905 (colour litho) by Price, Norman Mills (1877-1951) (after); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection
Media ID 25461884
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Capulet Corpse Corpses Dagger Grief Grieving Montague Mouring Mournful Poison Shakespearean Suicide Tragedy Tragic Vial Characters Lovers Mourning Shakespeare William Shakspeare
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This print captures a poignant moment from Shakespeare's timeless tragedy, "Romeo and Juliet". Illustrated by Charles and Mary Lamb in 1905, this colour lithograph depicts Act V Scene 3 of the play. The scene portrays a heart-wrenching tableau of love, loss, and ultimate sacrifice. In the foreground lies Romeo, lifeless on the ground, while Juliet mourns over his lifeless body. Their bodies are illuminated by a soft light that accentuates their tragic fate. The grief-stricken expressions on their faces evoke deep sorrow and despair. The composition skillfully conveys the emotional intensity of the story. Romeo's dagger rests beside him as a haunting reminder of his desperate act of suicide. Meanwhile, Juliet clutches an empty vial that once held poison - her failed attempt to join her lover in death. The characters' attire reflects their respective families: Romeo dons Montague colors while Juliet is adorned in Capulet garments. This subtle detail serves as a reminder of the bitter feud between their families that ultimately led to their untimely demise. Through this dramatic illustration, we are reminded of Shakespeare's ability to capture human emotions with such depth and complexity. It serves as a powerful visual representation of one of literature's most tragic love stories – where passion meets tragedy in its purest form. This print is not only an exquisite piece for any art enthusiast but also an evocative depiction that invites contemplation on themes such as love, loss, fate
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