Scene from The Merchant of Venice

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Scene from The Merchant of Venice

Ernest Milton (1890-1974) as Shylock and Lydia Sherwood (1906-1989) as Jessica, in a production of The Merchant of Venice at the St James's Theatre. Date: 1932

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1932 Actors Actresses Character Characters Drama Dramas Ernest Jessica Lydia Merchant Milton Nineteen Plays Productions Role Roles Shakespeare Shakespearian Sherwood Shylock Venice Theatrical

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This evocative black-and-white photograph captures a poignant moment from a 1932 production of Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice at the St. James's Theatre in London. In the image, Ernest Milton, with his distinctive features and intense gaze, portrays the wronged and vengeful Jewish moneylender Shylock. Opposite him, Lydia Sherwood, a talented actress of her time, beautifully embodies the conflicted and desperate Jessica, Shylock's daughter. The costumes, true to the period, add to the authenticity of the scene, with Milton's richly textured robes and Sherwood's elegant Renaissance gown. The Merchant of Venice, a complex and thought-provoking play, explores themes of prejudice, justice, and mercy. Milton and Sherwood's powerful performances brought these characters to life, leaving a lasting impact on the audience. This photograph is a testament to their artistry and the enduring appeal of Shakespeare's works. The 1930s, a time of social change and artistic innovation, provided a fertile ground for the exploration of classical dramas like The Merchant of Venice, and this production at the St. James's Theatre was no exception.

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