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I am going to kill him... scene from act II of The Marriage of Figaro
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I am going to kill him... scene from act II of The Marriage of Figaro
XIR159005 I am going to kill him... scene from act II of The Marriage of Figaro by Pierre-Augustin Caron de Beaumarchais (1732-99) engraved by Claude Nicolas Malapeau (1755-1803) 1785 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Saint-Quentin, Jacques Philippe Joseph de (b.1738) (after); 25x18.5 cm; Bibliotheque de la Comedie Francaise, Paris, France; French, out of copyright
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This print captures a pivotal moment from Act II of the renowned opera, "The Marriage of Figaro" by Pierre-Augustin Caron de Beaumarchais. Engraved by Claude Nicolas Malapeau in 1785, this image showcases the intense scene where emotions run high and tensions escalate. Set in an opulent bedroom, the characters are dressed in elaborate costumes that transport us to 18th-century France. The atmosphere is charged with anticipation as one character stands near a bed, their face filled with determination and anger. The caption reveals their innermost thoughts: "I am going to kill him. . ". The composition skillfully conveys the essence of this comedic play's plotline - a day filled with madness and chaos. As we delve into this snapshot from La Folle Journée (The Crazy Day), we witness an argument unfolding between two individuals whose relationship hangs on a thread. Through this image, we can almost feel the threat emanating from the character's clenched fist and piercing gaze. It serves as a reminder that even within comedy lies moments of darkness and conflict. Preserved within Bibliotheque de la Comedie Francaise in Paris, France, this engraving transports us back to a time when theater was at its grandest. Its timeless appeal continues to captivate audiences today, reminding us of the power art holds in capturing human emotion and storytelling.
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