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Yet she must die: plate 11 from Othello (Act 5, Scene 2), etched 1844, reprinted 1900
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Yet she must die: plate 11 from Othello (Act 5, Scene 2), etched 1844, reprinted 1900
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Yet she must die: plate 11 from Othello (Act 5, Scene 2), etched in 1844 and reprinted in 1900 by Theodore Chasseriau. This print captures a pivotal moment from Shakespeare's tragic play, Othello. The scene depicts Desdemona, the innocent and virtuous wife of the Moor of Venice, peacefully asleep in her bedchamber. Chasseriau's masterful engraving technique brings to life the emotional intensity of this dramatic moment. The dimly lit room is illuminated solely by an oil lamp, casting haunting shadows on Desdemona's serene face as she lies unaware of the impending tragedy that awaits her. The composition skillfully portrays the contrasting emotions at play - Desdemona's vulnerability juxtaposed with Othello's inner turmoil and jealousy. Through intricate details such as facial expressions and body language, Chasseriau captures the complexity of human relationships and the destructive power of unchecked emotions. This artwork not only showcases Chasseriau's artistic prowess but also pays homage to William Shakespeare’s enduring literary legacy. It serves as a visual reminder of the timeless themes explored in Othello - love, betrayal, jealousy, and ultimately tragedy. Now housed within The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection, this second edition print from Gazette des Beaux Arts transports viewers back to nineteenth-century France where artistry merged with literature to create powerful interpretations that continue to resonate today.
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