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SHAKESPEARE: JULIUS CAESAR. The ghost of Caesar appears before Brutus (Act IV, Scene III). Wood engraving after Sir John Gilbert for an 1881 edition of William Shakespeares Julius Caesar

SHAKESPEARE: JULIUS CAESAR. The ghost of Caesar appears before Brutus (Act IV, Scene III). Wood engraving after Sir John Gilbert for an 1881 edition of William Shakespeares Julius Caesar


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SHAKESPEARE: JULIUS CAESAR. The ghost of Caesar appears before Brutus (Act IV, Scene III). Wood engraving after Sir John Gilbert for an 1881 edition of William Shakespeares Julius Caesar

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In this wood engraving from an 1881 edition of William Shakespeare's Julius Caesar, we are transported to Act IV, Scene III where the ghost of Caesar makes a haunting appearance before Brutus. The illustration, created by Sir John Gilbert, beautifully captures the dramatic moment as the ancient Roman senator is confronted by the spectral figure of his former ally turned enemy. Dressed in traditional Roman attire with a flowing toga and adorned with a regal robe, Caesar's ghost emanates an ethereal presence. His gaze is intense and penetrating, conveying both anger and sorrow at his untimely demise. As he materializes before Brutus under the soft glow of an oil lamp, one can almost feel the weight of history bearing down upon them. The intricate details in this engraving transport us back to Elizabethan times when Shakespeare's plays were first performed. The bearded men surrounding Brutus add depth to the scene while emphasizing their roles as senators within the Roman Empire. A scroll lies nearby, symbolizing not only literature but also power and authority. This print serves as a reminder of Shakespeare's enduring influence on literature and drama. It encapsulates both the grandeur and tragedy that defined Julius Caesar's life and death – a story that continues to captivate audiences centuries later.

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