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Scene from La Traviata at Her Majestys Theatre, 1856 (engraving)
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Scene from La Traviata at Her Majestys Theatre, 1856 (engraving)
1266361 Scene from La Traviata at Her Majestys Theatre, 1856 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 31 May 1856.
Opera by Giuseppe Verdi (1813-1901) Italian composer.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23419036
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Courtesan Fainted Fainting Illness Sick Tuberculosis Violetta Characters Dying
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This engraving takes us back to the year 1856, where we witness a poignant scene from Giuseppe Verdi's renowned opera, La Traviata. The grand stage of Her Majesty's Theatre comes alive with an array of characters, each playing their part in this tragic tale. In the foreground, a woman lies motionless on the floor, her delicate frame consumed by illness. This is Violetta Valéry, the opera's protagonist and a courtesan suffering from tuberculosis. Surrounding her are concerned men and women who have gathered at a lavish party that has taken an unexpected turn. The atmosphere is filled with tension as emotions run high. The man closest to Violetta appears deeply distressed by her deteriorating condition. It becomes evident that love and death intertwine in this heart-wrenching narrative. The artist skillfully captures the despair and vulnerability of these characters through intricate details and expressive gestures. The viewer can almost feel the weight of sorrow hanging in the air as they observe this dramatic moment frozen in time. This engraving was originally created for publication in The Illustrated London News, allowing audiences far and wide to glimpse into Verdi's masterpiece. Today, it serves as a testament to both the enduring power of art and our fascination with stories that explore life's most profound themes - love, loss, and human frailty.
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