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Hamlet, Horatio, Marcellus and the Ghost, 1796. Creator: Robert Thew
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Hamlet, Horatio, Marcellus and the Ghost, 1796. Creator: Robert Thew
Hamlet, Horatio, Marcellus and the Ghost, 1796. Scene from Shakespeare's Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, Act I, Scene IV, The Platform before the Palace of Elsineur: Hamlet: "Still am I call'd - unhand me, gentlemen"; [Breaking from them]. By heaven, I'll make a Ghost of him that lets me: - I say, away - Go on - I'll follow thee"
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This 1796 print by Robert Thew depicts a pivotal moment from Shakespeare's classic play, Hamlet, Prince of Denmark. The scene is taken from Act I, Scene IV, where Hamlet, portrayed with a thick beard and intense gaze, confronts the ghost of his father, King Hamlet, on the platform before the Palace of Elsinore. Horatio and Marcellus, both in armored attire, stand by, witnessing the supernatural encounter. Hamlet, with a determined expression, commands the ghost, "Still am I call'd - unhand me, gentlemen; By heaven, I'll make a Ghost of him that lets me: - I say, away - Go on - I'll follow thee." This engraving on ivory wove paper is an exquisite example of the 18th and 19th century British art scene, specifically the Boydell Shakespeare Gallery movement. The gallery, founded by Alderman John Boydell, aimed to produce high-quality prints based on Shakespearean plays. This print was created by the renowned Swiss artist, Heinrich Füssli, also known as Henry Fuseli, who expertly captured the dramatic tension and eerie atmosphere of the moment. The print's black and white contrast creates a striking visual representation of the scene, with the ghostly figure of the King Hamlet appearing translucent against the dark background. The intricate details of the characters' armor, facial hair, and expressions add to the overall depth and authenticity of the artwork. Today, this piece is part of the permanent collection at the Art Institute of Chicago, showcasing the rich heritage of Shakespearean literature and the artistic mastery of the 18th and 19th centuries.
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