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Therefore be merry, Cassio, plate six from Othello, 1844. Creator: Theodore Chasseriau
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Therefore be merry, Cassio, plate six from Othello, 1844. Creator: Theodore Chasseriau
Therefore be merry, Cassio, plate six from Othello, 1844
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Advice Attendant Character Chasseriau Theodore Desdemona Drypoint Emilia Fictional Character Looking Back Moor Of Venice Naive Othello Princess Rosetta Shakespeare Shakespeare William Shakspeare The Moor Of Venice Théodore Chassériau William Shakespeare Cassio
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This image is a sixth plate from Theodore Chasseriau's engraving series, 'Othello,' created in 1844. The print, titled 'Therefore be merry, Cassio,' depicts three characters from William Shakespeare's tragic play, 'The Moor of Venice.' In this scene, Cassio, a naive and impulsive officer under Othello's command, is seen gesturing to two other men, Roderigo and Iago, who are looking back at him with mischievous grins. Theodore Chasseriau, a French artist, masterfully captured the essence of Shakespeare's drama through this etching and drypoint on light gray china paper laid down on ivory wove paper. The black and white contrast creates an atmosphere of intrigue and suspense, as the characters' expressions and body language hint at the deceit and manipulation that will unfold in the play. Cassio, dressed in a country attire, is in the foreground, his hand raised in a hand gesture of advice or warning. Behind him, Emilia, Desdemona's loyal attendant, and Roderigo, a jester-like figure, are deep in conversation. The setting is not explicitly stated, but the rustic clothing and the overall mood suggest a rural location. This print is a testament to the enduring appeal of Shakespeare's literature and the ability of art to bring literary characters to life. It is a valuable addition to any art center, art gallery, or art institute's collection, showcasing the heritage and conceptual depth of both French and English arts in the 19th century.
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