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"Ganymede and Aliena were strangely surprised to find the name of Rosalind carved on the trees... "(colour litho)
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"Ganymede and Aliena were strangely surprised to find the name of Rosalind carved on the trees... "(colour litho)
2794913 " Ganymede and Aliena were strangely surprised to find the name of Rosalind carved on the trees..." (colour litho) by Soper, George (1870-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Ganymede and Aliena were strangely surprised to find the name of Rosalind carved on the trees and love sonnets fastened to them." Illustration for Tales from Shakespeare by Charles and Mary Lamb (George Allen & Unwin, 1929).); © Look and Learn
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As You Like It Bas Reliefs Fastened Find Ganymede Plays Rosalind Sonnets Strangely Surprised Wooden Carving Aliena English Literature Shakespeare William Shakspeare
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This colour lithograph titled ""Ganymede and Aliena were strangely surprised to find the name of Rosalind carved on the trees. . . "" by George Soper transports us into a scene from Shakespeare's play "As You Like It". The print depicts Ganymede and Aliena, two characters in the play, stumbling upon an unexpected discovery. As they wander through a picturesque forest, they are taken aback to find the name of Rosalind intricately carved onto the trunks of towering trees. To their astonishment, love sonnets are also delicately fastened to these arboreal canvases. The illustration beautifully captures this moment of surprise and wonderment as Ganymede and Aliena stand before nature's own declaration of love for Rosalind. This enchanting image is part of a collection inspired by Charles and Mary Lamb's "Tales from Shakespeare", published in 1929. Soper's attention to detail brings out the intricate beauty not only in Shakespeare's words but also in nature itself. The carving on each tree trunk showcases his artistic skill while emphasizing themes such as love, connection with nature, and human expression. Through this print, we are reminded that even within the realms of fiction, art has the power to evoke emotions and transport us into different worlds. It serves as a testament to William Shakespeare’s enduring influence on literature and how his works continue to captivate audiences across generations.
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