Fine Art Print : Hamlet Slays Polonius
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Hamlet Slays Polonius
While talking with his mother, Hamlet detects an intruder hiding behind a curtain : he stabs him, only to find it is his girl-friends father, Polonius
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Media ID 582373
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Behind Curtain Fin D Hamlet Hiding Intruder Plays Shakespeare Slays Stabs Talking Detects Polonius
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the dramatic intensity of Shakespeare's legendary play with our exquisite Fine Art Print of 'Hamlet Slays Polonius' by Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a pivotal moment in the tragedy where Hamlet, in a fateful mistake, stabs the treacherous Polonius, believing him to be a spy. Add this stunning work of art to your collection and bring the intrigue and passion of the Bard's masterpiece into your home or office.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.1cm x 40.6cm (19.7" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this scene from William Shakespeare's renowned play 'Hamlet,' the tragic prince is deep in conversation with his mother, Queen Gertrude, in their castle's private chambers. Unbeknownst to them, Polonius, the manipulative and meddling advisor to the King and father to Hamlet's beloved Ophelia, hides behind a heavy curtain, intending to eavesdrop on their discussion. Hamlet, however, is not oblivious to Polonius' presence. With a keen sense of intuition and a heightened awareness of his surroundings, he detects the intruder. In a moment of tragic misunderstanding, Hamlet, believing Polonius to be the treacherous Rosencrantz or Guildenstern, who he suspects of conspiring against him, lunges forward and stabs the unsuspecting Polonius. The girl in the foreground, possibly Ophelia, reacts in shock and horror as she witnesses the gruesome turn of events. The expression on her face is a poignant reminder of the unintended consequences of Hamlet's actions and the complex web of deceit that entangles the characters in this Shakespearean masterpiece. This evocative image, captured from a historic production, transports us back to the Elizabethan era and invites us to ponder the themes of betrayal, deception, and the human capacity for error. The richly textured fabrics, the intricate details of the set, and the dramatic lighting all contribute to the sense of timelessness and the enduring appeal of Shakespeare's plays.
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