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Actors playing Henry Tudor fighting King Richard III of England on stage in a theatre
6337265 Actors playing Henry Tudor fighting King Richard III of England on stage in a theatre by Leech, John (1817-64) (after); (add.info.: Actors playing Henry Tudor fighting King Richard III of England on stage in a theatre. Other actors wait in the wings in tunics with red and white roses. A few Victorian men and women sit in the theatre boxes. The Battle of Bosworth Field. A scene from the Great Drama of History. Handcoloured steel engraving after an illustration by John Leech from Gilbert Abbott A Becketts Comic History of England, Bradbury, Agnew & Co. London, 1880.); © Florilegius
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Audience Boxes Candlelight Comic History Of England Comical Crate Flats Gilbert Abbott A Beckett Henry Tudor John Leech King Richard Iii Lights Orchestra Red Rose Steel Engraving Swordfight Tunic War Of The Roses Brawl Brawling Comics Fighting Conflict White Roses
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This print captures the intensity and drama of a historical battle scene brought to life on stage. In this depiction, actors are seen portraying Henry Tudor and King Richard III of England engaged in a fierce swordfight during a performance in a grand theatre. The attention to detail is remarkable, with other actors waiting in the wings dressed in tunics adorned with red and white roses, symbolizing the War of the Roses. The atmosphere within the theater is palpable as Victorian men and women occupy their boxes, eagerly witnessing this thrilling spectacle unfold before them. The candlelight casts an enchanting glow on the stage, adding to the overall ambiance. This particular scene represents The Battle of Bosworth Field, an iconic event from history that holds great significance. It showcases not only a clash between two powerful figures but also serves as a metaphor for larger conflicts throughout time. Handcoloured by John Leech after his own illustration, this steel engraving exudes both comical charm and historical accuracy. It is part of Gilbert Abbott A Beckett's Comic History of England series published in 1880. Through this image, we are transported back in time to witness not only an entertaining theatrical production but also gain insight into how history can be reimagined through artistry and storytelling.
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