Portia Collection (#3)

Mrs Abington Thalia August 20 1783 Stipple engraving
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Mrs Abington Thalia 1783 Stipple engraving etching
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portia and Nerissa on the Morning of the Trial, from the Picture by H. Wallis
" portia and Nerissa on the Morning of the Trial", from the Picture by H. Wallis

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" There, take it, Prince, and if my form lie there, then I am yours." Act II. Scene 7. MISS ELLEN TERRY AS PORTIA, IN " THE MERCHANT OF VENICE, " AT THE LYCEUM THEATRE, LONDON

Belmont, Avenue to Portias House, Act IIV, Scene I, from The Merchant of Venice
KW323337 Belmont, Avenue to Portias House, Act IIV, Scene I, from The Merchant of Venice, from The Boydell Shakespeare Gallery, published late 19th century (litho) by Hodges

A room in Portias house, Act III, Scene II, from The Merchant of Venice
KW323335 A room in Portias house, Act III, Scene II, from The Merchant of Venice, from The Boydell Shakespeare Gallery, published late 19th century (litho) by Westall

Portia and Shylock, from Shakespeares The Merchant of Venice, IV
Portia and Shylock, from Shakespeares " The Merchant of Venice", IV, i Signed in ocher-color paint, lower left: " E Alcock pinx", Edward Alcock, active 1750-ca. 1778, British

Portia, disguised as an advocate Balthazar, defends Antonio against Shylock s
Portia, disguised as an advocate Balthazar, defends Antonio against Shylocks claim for a pound of flesh in settlement of his debt. The Merchant of Venice Act IV, Scene I

MERCHANT OF VENICE. Portia disputes with Shylock at the trial, Act IV, Scene I. Wood engraving for William Shakespeares Merchant of Venice after Sir John Gilbert (1817-1897)

Merchant of V - Trial
Shylock and Portia in the trial scene. Date: 11 October 1905

Merchant of V - Portia
Miss Violet Vanbrugh as Portia Date: 11 October 1905

Rehans / Speare Portia
ADA REHAN (Ada Crahan) American actress, born in Ireland, in the roll of Portia, in Shakespeares The Merchant of Venice

Ellen Terry as Portia
ELLEN TERRY English actress in the roll of Portia in Shakespeares The Merchant of Venice

Merchant Venice / Portia
Act I, Scene ii Portia and Nerissa

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"Portia: A Timeless Icon of Intelligence and Beauty" In the captivating scene from Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice, Portia emerges as a symbol of wit and grace. With her celestial presence akin to Uranus, she enchants audiences with her brilliance and charm. Amy Brandon Thomas immortalized this character in Sir Herbert Tree and Miss Evelyn Millard's stunning portrayal on stage. As the plot unfolds in the Merchant Venice trial, Portia's intelligence shines through. Just like the dandy jumping spider (Portia schultzi) found in Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa, she weaves intricate webs of strategy to outsmart her adversaries. Fanny Bowers' 1891 artwork captures Portia's allure perfectly. Her beauty is not limited to artistic interpretations alone; Henry Woods' depiction showcases her elegance and poise. Even lithographs illustrating scenes from Shakespeare's play highlight Portia as a central figure who commands attention. The Genius of Shakespeare publication from 1888 further solidifies Portia's place among literary icons. Her character resonates with readers across generations due to her wisdom and unwavering determination for justice. Furthermore, sketches from the Fancy Dress Ball at Liverpool depict individuals inspired by this remarkable character, and is evident that even outside theatrical performances or literature itself, people are captivated by Portia's timeless appeal. In essence, "Portia" transcends time and mediums – whether it be through theater productions or visual art forms – leaving an indelible mark on our collective imagination. She remains an emblematic figure representing intellect fused with beauty - a testament to Shakespeare’s genius storytelling ability that continues to inspire us today.