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"Richard III and the Children of Edward IV." - from a painting by Richard Stilke, 1860. Creator: Unknown. "Richard III and the Children of Edward IV." - from a painting by Richard Stilke, 1860. Creator: Unknown
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"Richard III and the Children of Edward IV." - from a painting by Richard Stilke, 1860. Creator: Unknown. "Richard III and the Children of Edward IV." - from a painting by Richard Stilke, 1860. Creator: Unknown
"Richard III and the Children of Edward IV." - from a painting by Richard Stilke, 1860. M. Stilke...has paid especial attention to the writings of our immortal Shakspeare; and his most recent work drawn from that source is the fine picture representing Richard III. and the young Princes his nephews previous to their incarceration in the Tower, which is at present in the gallery of the Swedish Ambassador at Berlin...the character of the principal personages is remarkably truthful, and conformable to the original conception of the dramatist. We are struck in the first place by the wily, cunning, and malicious expression of the Duke of Gloucester, contrasting strongly with the agony depicted in the noble features of the Queen, who kneels before the tyrant. The elder Prince, by his face and action, announces the terror and abhorrence which fill his whole frame, whilst his younger brother clings imploringly yet hopelessly to the bosom of his mother. Each in his way betokens a foreknowledge of the terrible fate which awaits these hapless innocents. These is something particularly striking in the action of Richard's right hand, which is stretched out like the talon of a vulture ready to grasp its prey'. From "Illustrated London News", 1860
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Richard III and the Children of Edward IV,
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a captivating painting by German artist Richard Stilke, created in 1860, portrays a chilling moment in English history. The scene depicts King Richard III, infamously known for his tyranny and the mysterious disappearance of the young princes in the Tower, with his nephews, Edward V and Richard Duke of York, before their tragic fate. The painting, which once graced the gallery of the Swedish Ambassador in Berlin, is a testament to Stilke's meticulous attention to detail and his deep understanding of Shakespeare's works. The characters' expressions and actions are strikingly true to the original conception of the Bard. The Duke of Gloucester, later King Richard III, is depicted with a wily, cunning, and malicious expression, contrasting sharply with the anguished face of the Queen, who implores the tyrant for mercy. The elder prince, Edward V, displays terror and abhorrence, while his younger brother, Richard Duke of York, clings hopelessly to his mother's bosom. Each figure in the painting conveys a sense of foreboding, as they all seem to understand the terrible fate that awaits them. Richard III's outstretched right hand, resembling the talon of a vulture, is particularly striking, hinting at the imminent danger. Stilke's masterful brushstrokes bring this tragic moment to life, immortalizing the intrigue and suspense surrounding the mysterious disappearance of the young princes in the Tower. The painting serves as a poignant reminder of the complexities of power and the human condition.
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