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Titlepage of Phylaster by Beaumont and Fletcher, 1620 (woodcut)
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Titlepage of Phylaster by Beaumont and Fletcher, 1620 (woodcut)
2653542 Titlepage of Phylaster by Beaumont and Fletcher, 1620 (woodcut) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Phylaster or Love lies a bleeding by Sir Francis Beaumont (1584-1616) and John Fletcher (1579-1625)); English, out of copyright
Media ID 23420112
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Arethusa Blood Countryman Globe Jacobean Lover Princess Sicily Stuart Injuries Lovers Tragicomedy Wound
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This woodcut print from 1620 showcases the title page of "Phylaster" by Beaumont and Fletcher, a tragicomedy that has stood the test of time. Created by an unknown English artist in the 17th century, this artwork is now part of a private collection. The image depicts various elements that hint at the play's themes and setting. A sword symbolizes conflict and violence, while Stuart-era costumes transport us back to early 17th-century England. The presence of blood signifies both tragedy and passion, as love lies bleeding within this dramatic narrative. Within the composition, we see a globe representing Sicily, where the story unfolds. A princess stands alongside a countryman-turned-lover, illustrating the complexities of social hierarchy and forbidden romance explored in "Phylaster". The wounded lovers evoke sympathy as they navigate their way through emotional turmoil. This woodcut print offers insight into Jacobean theater aesthetics with its theatrical backdrop reminiscent of London's renowned theaters during this era. It serves as a reminder of how drama was brought to life on stage during Shakespearean times. As we contemplate this historical artwork, we are reminded not only of its artistic value but also its significance in understanding medical practices at that time. References to injuries and medicine highlight how health was perceived during the early modern period.
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