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The Merchant Of Venice Collection

"The Merchant of Venice: A Timeless Tale of Love, Justice

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Helena Modjeska (1840-1909)

Helena Modjeska (1840-1909)
864249 Helena Modjeska (1840-1909); (add.info.: Helena Modjeska (1840-1909) Polish actress who appeared in London 1880-1882 and in 1890

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Scene from 'The Merchant of Venice', at the Princess Theatre: the Elopement of Jessica, 1858

Scene from "The Merchant of Venice", at the Princess Theatre: the Elopement of Jessica, 1858. London stage production

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: 'Shylock and Jessica' - drawn by John Gilbert, 1854. Creator: Unknown

"Shylock and Jessica" - drawn by John Gilbert, 1854. Creator: Unknown
"Shylock and Jessica" - drawn by John Gilbert, 1854. Mr. Gilbert has selected for Illustration a scene from Shakspeare's charming; play of "The Merchant of Venice." It

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: The Royal Academy Prize-painting, Trial Scene in 'The Merchant of Venice', by A. B. Donaldson, 1862

The Royal Academy Prize-painting, Trial Scene in "The Merchant of Venice", by A. B. Donaldson, 1862. Engraving of a painting. The medal for historical painting has been awarded to Mr

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Portia, 1891. Artist: Fanny Bowers

Portia, 1891. Artist: Fanny Bowers
Portia, 1891. The heroine from The Merchant of Venice. A colour lithograph from Shakespeares Heroes and Heroines after Sir A Callcott, C R Leslie, D Maclise, A Redgrave,s Hart & C

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Illustration for Shakespeare's The Merchant Of Venice (litho)

Illustration for Shakespeare's The Merchant Of Venice (litho)
6026257 Illustration for Shakespeare's The Merchant Of Venice (litho) by Woodward, Alice Bolingbroke (1862-1951) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: " I stand for my bond)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare, published 1886

The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare, published 1886
The Merchant of Venice (Act IV, Scene 1), play by William Shakespeare. Photogravure after a drawing by Adolf Schmitz (German painter, 1825 - 1894), , published in 1886

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Mr. Macklin in the Character of Shylock, in Shakespeares The Merchant of Venice, 1775

Mr. Macklin in the Character of Shylock, in Shakespeares The Merchant of Venice, 1775. Creator: John Lodge
Mr. Macklin in the Character of Shylock, in Shakespeares The Merchant of Venice, 1775

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Shylock - A Sketch, c. 1899. Creator: Joseph Turner Keiley

Shylock - A Sketch, c. 1899. Creator: Joseph Turner Keiley
Shylock - A Sketch, c. 1899. Photogravure, no. 9 from the portfolio " American Pictorial Photography, series ii" (1901); edition 34/150

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: The Merchant Of Venice (engraving)

The Merchant Of Venice (engraving)
5227041 The Merchant Of Venice (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Merchant Of Venice)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: The Merchant Of Venice (colour litho)

The Merchant Of Venice (colour litho)
3653319 The Merchant Of Venice (colour litho) by West, Joseph Walter (1860-1933); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Merchant Of Venice. Portia: " Bid me tear the bond.", Act IV, Scene I)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Scene from 'The Merchant of Venice, 'at the Princess Theatre, the Elopement of Jessica (engraving)

Scene from "The Merchant of Venice, "at the Princess Theatre, the Elopement of Jessica (engraving)
1619227 Scene from " The Merchant of Venice, " at the Princess Theatre, the Elopement of Jessica (engraving) by English School

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Miss Ellen Terry as Portia (gravure)

Miss Ellen Terry as Portia (gravure)
671560 Miss Ellen Terry as Portia (gravure) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Miss Ellen Terry as Portia)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Portia and Shylock in The Merchant of Venice (chromolitho)

Portia and Shylock in The Merchant of Venice (chromolitho)
969292 Portia and Shylock in The Merchant of Venice (chromolitho) by Paget, Walter Stanley (1861-1908); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portia and Shylock in The Merchant of Venice)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Shylock, from Shakespeares The Merchant of Venice (colour litho)

Shylock, from Shakespeares The Merchant of Venice (colour litho)
971749 Shylock, from Shakespeares The Merchant of Venice (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shylock, from Shakespeares The Merchant of Venice)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Merchant of Venice, Act II, Scene v (engraving)

Merchant of Venice, Act II, Scene v (engraving)
971630 Merchant of Venice, Act II, Scene v (engraving) by Meadows, Joseph Kenny (1770-1874) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Merchant of Venice, Act II, Scene v)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: 'Bassanio sent Gratiano after Portia with the ring'(colour litho)

"Bassanio sent Gratiano after Portia with the ring"(colour litho)
2794911 " Bassanio sent Gratiano after Portia with the ring" (colour litho) by Soper, George (1870-1942); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: 'Tarry a little, Jew, 'said Portia, 'This bond here gives you no drop of blood'(litho)

"Tarry a little, Jew, "said Portia, "This bond here gives you no drop of blood"(litho)
2794822 " Tarry a little, Jew, " said Portia, " This bond here gives you no drop of blood" (litho) by Rhead

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Werner Krauss, German actor, as Shylock in the film The Merchant of Venice, 1923 (b / w photo)

Werner Krauss, German actor, as Shylock in the film The Merchant of Venice, 1923 (b / w photo)
3103011 Werner Krauss, German actor, as Shylock in the film The Merchant of Venice, 1923 (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Werner Krauss (1884-1959)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Shylock and Jessica, in the Exhibition of the Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours (litho)

Shylock and Jessica, in the Exhibition of the Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours (litho)
1597378 Shylock and Jessica, in the Exhibition of the Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours (litho) by Linton, James Dromgole (1840-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shylock and Jessica)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: The Merchant of Venice, Act IV, Sc I (litho)

The Merchant of Venice, Act IV, Sc I (litho)
6022067 The Merchant of Venice, Act IV, Sc I (litho) by Sullivan, Edmund Joseph (1869-1933); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Merchant of Venice, Act IV, Sc I. Shylock)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Shylock, The Merchant of Venice (chromolitho)

Shylock, The Merchant of Venice (chromolitho)
729903 Shylock, The Merchant of Venice (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shylock, The Merchant of Venice. From a Shakespeare card game)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: The Arrest of Shylock and the Release of Antonio (chromolitho)

The Arrest of Shylock and the Release of Antonio (chromolitho)
735580 The Arrest of Shylock and the Release of Antonio (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Arrest of Shylock and the Release of Antonio)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Shylock, Bassanio and Antonio (chromolitho)

Shylock, Bassanio and Antonio (chromolitho)
735579 Shylock, Bassanio and Antonio (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shylock, Bassanio and Antonio)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Illustration for The Merchant of Venice (engraving)

Illustration for The Merchant of Venice (engraving)
725299 Illustration for The Merchant of Venice (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for The Merchant of Venice)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: 'Tarry a little, Jew, 'said Portia (colour litho)

"Tarry a little, Jew, "said Portia (colour litho)
3651975 " Tarry a little, Jew, " said Portia (colour litho) by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Tarry a little, Jew, " said Portia)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: She spoke so sweetly of the noble quality of mercy (litho)

She spoke so sweetly of the noble quality of mercy (litho)
2794922 She spoke so sweetly of the noble quality of mercy (litho) by Copping, Harold (1863-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: She spoke so sweetly of the noble quality of mercy)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Mr Henry Irving as Shylock, in 'The Merchant of Venice, 'at the Lyceum Theatre (engraving)

Mr Henry Irving as Shylock, in "The Merchant of Venice, "at the Lyceum Theatre (engraving)
1613821 Mr Henry Irving as Shylock, in " The Merchant of Venice, " at the Lyceum Theatre (engraving) by Barnard, Frederick (1846-1896) (attr)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Trial Scene in 'The Merchant of Venice'(engraving)

Trial Scene in "The Merchant of Venice"(engraving)
1620063 Trial Scene in " The Merchant of Venice" (engraving) by Donaldson, Andrew Brown (1838-1919); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trial Scene in " The Merchant of Venice")

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Sadlers Wells Theatre, from a Sketch made in the Green Room, Characters in 'The Merchant of

Sadlers Wells Theatre, from a Sketch made in the Green Room, Characters in "The Merchant of Venice"(engraving)
1095654 Sadlers Wells Theatre, from a Sketch made in the Green Room, Characters in " The Merchant of Venice" (engraving) by English School

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Scene from The Merchant of Venice (engraving)

Scene from The Merchant of Venice (engraving)
961126 Scene from The Merchant of Venice (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from The Merchant of Venice, by William Shakespeare)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Choosing the Casket (chromolitho)

Choosing the Casket (chromolitho)
3626455 Choosing the Casket (chromolitho) by Brundage, Frances (1854-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Choosing the Casket. The Merchant Of Venice)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: The Merchant of Venice (engraving)

The Merchant of Venice (engraving)
671458 The Merchant of Venice (engraving) by Selous, Henry Courtney (1811-90) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Merchant of Venice)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Reunion of the Lovers in Portias Gardens (chromolitho)

Reunion of the Lovers in Portias Gardens (chromolitho)
735581 Reunion of the Lovers in Portias Gardens (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Reunion of the Lovers in Portias Gardens)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Antonio Intervenes on Bassanios Behalf with Shylock (chromolitho)

Antonio Intervenes on Bassanios Behalf with Shylock (chromolitho)
735576 Antonio Intervenes on Bassanios Behalf with Shylock (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Antonio Intervenes on Bassanios Behalf with Shylock)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Portia, Miss Ellen Terry (chromolitho)

Portia, Miss Ellen Terry (chromolitho)
730068 Portia, Miss Ellen Terry (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portia, Miss Ellen Terry)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Study for the Finding of the Body of Bassanio

Study for the Finding of the Body of Bassanio
XYC283560 Study for the Finding of the Body of Bassanio, 1804 (graphite and pen & ink with wash on paper) by Fuseli, Henry (Fussli)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Shylock, Jessica and Launcelot

Shylock, Jessica and Launcelot
LLM459417 Shylock, Jessica and Launcelot by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shylock, Jessica and Launcelot)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Charles Macklin as Shylock in Shakespeares The Merchant of Venice

Charles Macklin as Shylock in Shakespeares The Merchant of Venice
450077 Charles Macklin as Shylock in Shakespeares The Merchant of Venice, Covent Garden, c.1768 (oil on canvas) by Zoffany, Johann (1733-1810); 83.8x72.4 cm; The Holburne Museum, Bath

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: The Merchant of Venice

The Merchant of Venice
LLM454191 The Merchant of Venice by English School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Merchant of Venice)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: The Merchant of Venice

The Merchant of Venice
LLM454128 The Merchant of Venice by English School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Merchant of Venice)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Portia

Portia
LLM456367 Portia by Paget, Walter Stanley (1861-1908); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portia. Illustration from Shakespeares Heroines (Ernest Nister, c 1900).); © Look and Learn

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: William Shakespeare, The Merchant Of Venice (colour litho)

William Shakespeare, The Merchant Of Venice (colour litho)
5219117 William Shakespeare, The Merchant Of Venice (colour litho) by Scheiner, Artus (1863-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Merchant Of Venice)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Shylock after the Trial (engraving)

Shylock after the Trial (engraving)
3622627 Shylock after the Trial (engraving) by Gilbert, John (1817-97) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shylock after the Trial)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Illustration for The Merchant Of Venice (chromolitho)

Illustration for The Merchant Of Venice (chromolitho)
3642358 Illustration for The Merchant Of Venice (chromolitho) by Andre, Richard (1834-1907); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for The Merchant Of Venice)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Jessica and Lorenzo (chromolitho)

Jessica and Lorenzo (chromolitho)
3643400 Jessica and Lorenzo (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jessica and Lorenzo. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: Jessicas Elopement (chromolitho)

Jessicas Elopement (chromolitho)
735577 Jessicas Elopement (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jessicas Elopement)

Background imageThe Merchant Of Venice Collection: 'You come to me, and say, Shylock, lend me monies '(litho)

"You come to me, and say, Shylock, lend me monies "(litho)
2794945 " You come to me, and say, Shylock, lend me monies " (litho) by Copping, Harold (1863-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: " You come to me, and say, Shylock)




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"The Merchant of Venice: A Timeless Tale of Love, Justice, and Prejudice" Step into the enchanting world of "The Merchant of Venice" through these captivating illustrations. Portia, portrayed by Fanny Bowers in 1891, stands as a symbol of intelligence and strength. Her presence exudes grace and wisdom that captivates audiences even today. In this lithograph from 1886, we witness the essence of Shakespeare's masterpiece come to life. The intricate details transport us to a Venetian setting filled with love, deception, and moral dilemmas, and is a testament to the enduring power of this play that it continues to be celebrated over centuries. John Lodge's portrayal of Shylock in 1775 showcases the complexity behind one of literature's most controversial characters. With his piercing gaze and stern countenance, he embodies both villainy and vulnerability. Joseph Turner Keiley's sketch from 1899 further explores Shylock's inner turmoil as he grapples with his identity amidst societal prejudice. Through engravings and chromolithographs alike, we are transported into pivotal scenes within the play. We witness Jessica's elopement in an engraving capturing her daring escape from her father Shylock’s clutches at the Princess Theatre. Miss Ellen Terry brings Portia to life in a gravure that captures her elegance and wit perfectly. She becomes our guide through complex legal battles where justice hangs delicately on every word spoken. The dynamic between Portia and Shylock is beautifully depicted in a chromolithograph – two opposing forces locked in an intense battle for their beliefs. As we delve deeper into Act II Scene V through an engraving, we feel ourselves becoming entangled within Shakespeare’s web of comedy intertwined with poignant social commentary. "The Merchant Of Venice" remains relevant today due to its exploration of themes such as love transcending boundaries, religious intolerance, greed versus mercy, and the pursuit of justice.