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Timon bestowed upon their captain the gold to pay his soldiers (litho)
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Timon bestowed upon their captain the gold to pay his soldiers (litho)
2794837 Timon bestowed upon their captain the gold to pay his soldiers (litho) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: Timon bestowed upon their captain the gold to pay his soldiers. Illustration for Tales from Shakespeare by Charles and Mary Lamb (Harper and Brothers, 1918).); © Look and Learn
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Captain Plays Timon Timon Of Athens Bestowed English Literature
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In this lithograph by Louis John Rhead, we witness a pivotal moment from Shakespeare's play "Timon of Athens". Timon, the generous and wealthy Athenian nobleman, bestows upon his captain a substantial amount of gold to pay his soldiers. The scene is filled with tension and anticipation as the captain receives this precious gift that will ensure the loyalty and dedication of his troops. Rhead's intricate engraving beautifully captures the emotions running high in this dramatic exchange. The expressions on both Timon's face and the captain's reveal their deep sense of responsibility towards their respective roles. As viewers, we are drawn into this powerful narrative where wealth becomes an instrument for influence and control. This print is part of a private collection but has been widely recognized for its contribution to Charles and Mary Lamb's "Tales from Shakespeare" published by Harper and Brothers in 1918. Through Rhead's skillful artistry, he brings to life one of William Shakespeare's lesser-known plays, shedding light on themes such as friendship, betrayal, and the corrupting power of money. As we gaze at this lithograph captured by Bridgeman Images' lens, we cannot help but be reminded once again why Shakespeare remains timeless in his ability to explore complex human emotions through vivid storytelling.
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