Oscar Wilde and Lord Alfred Douglas, 1894 (b/w photo)

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Oscar Wilde and Lord Alfred Douglas, 1894 (b/w photo)

3025295 Oscar Wilde and Lord Alfred Douglas, 1894 (b/w photo); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oscar Fingal O'Flahertie Wills Wilde (1854 - 1900) was an Irish writer and poet. After writing in different forms throughout the 1880s, he became one of London's most popular playwrights in the early 1890s. Today he is remembered for his epigrams, his novel The Picture of Dorian Gray, his plays, and the circumstances of his imprisonment and early death. Lord Alfred Bruce Douglas (1870 - 1945), nicknamed Bosie, was an English author, poet and translator, better known as the friend and lover of writer Oscar Wilde. Much of his early poetry was Uranian in theme, though he tended, later in life, to distance himself from both Wilde's influence and his own role as a Uranian poet;); Prismatic Pictures

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This print captures a moment frozen in time, showcasing the complex relationship between two literary giants of the 19th century. Oscar Wilde and Lord Alfred Douglas, also known as Bosie, are depicted side by side, their expressions hinting at a deep connection that transcends mere friendship. Oscar Wilde, an Irish writer and poet renowned for his wit and flamboyance, achieved great success as a playwright during this period. His novel The Picture of Dorian Gray remains one of his most celebrated works. However, Wilde's life was not without controversy; he faced public scrutiny and ultimately imprisonment due to his homosexuality. Lord Alfred Douglas was an English author and poet who became infamous for being both friend and lover to Oscar Wilde. Their passionate relationship ignited scandalous rumors within British society at the time. The composition of this photograph is strikingly intimate yet enigmatic. It offers viewers a glimpse into the private lives of these literary figures while leaving much to interpretation. The monochromatic tones add depth to their features, emphasizing their shared history and undeniable chemistry. As we gaze upon this remarkable image from Fine Art Finder's collection by Bridgeman Images, we are reminded not only of the artistic brilliance these men possessed but also of the struggles they endured in a society that often rejected them for who they were. This print serves as a poignant reminder of love's power to transcend societal norms and ignite creative genius even in the face of adversity.

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