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The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. "I have done wrong in coming to ee", 1886. Creator: Robert Barnes. The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. "I have done wrong in coming to ee", 1886. Creator: Robert Barnes
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The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. "I have done wrong in coming to ee", 1886. Creator: Robert Barnes. The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. "I have done wrong in coming to ee", 1886. Creator: Robert Barnes
The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy. "I have done wrong in coming to ee", 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"
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The Mayor of Casterbridge
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is a captivating image from Thomas Hardy's classic novel, brought to life through the skilled hands of illustrator Robert Barnes in 1886. This black and white print, published in "The Graphic: An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper," captures a pivotal moment in the story as the regretful Mayor of Casterbridge, Michael Henchard, confronts his past mistakes. Dressed in the fashion of the nineteenth century, both the Mayor and the woman before him are adorned in Victorian attire. The Mayor, a man of authority and pride, wears a formal suit and top hat, while the woman, with a demure dress and a shawl, exudes an air of mystery and intrigue. The setting is the countryside of England, with the rolling hills and open fields providing a picturesque backdrop to their conversation. The scene is filled with tension as the Mayor, with a look of deep regret, confesses, "I have done wrong in coming to you." The woman, with a calm and knowing expression, listens intently as he speaks, her hands folded in her lap. The print captures the essence of the novel's themes of regret, redemption, and the consequences of one's actions. Robert Barnes' illustration is a testament to the power of art to bring literature to life, allowing readers to visualize the characters and scenes from "The Mayor of Casterbridge" in a new and compelling way. This print is a valuable addition to any collection of Victorian literature, art, or history.
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