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"Tess of the D'Urbervilles", By Thomas Hardy; "She slid down upon her knees beside his foot...1891 Creator: Hubert von Herkomer. "Tess of the D'Urbervilles"
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"Tess of the D'Urbervilles", By Thomas Hardy; "She slid down upon her knees beside his foot...1891 Creator: Hubert von Herkomer. "Tess of the D'Urbervilles"
"Tess of the D'Urbervilles", By Thomas Hardy; "She slid down upon her knees beside his foot...... In the name of Heaven, forgive me ! she whispered", 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891
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Tess of the D'Urbervilles
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is a novel by Thomas Hardy, published in 1891, which tells the tragic story of Tess Durbeyfield and her ill-fated marriage to Alec D'Urberville. In this poignant moment captured by Hubert von Herkomer's illustration for "The Graphic: An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper," Tess is depicted on her knees before her estranged husband, Angel Clare, begging for forgiveness. The image captures the desperation and emotional turmoil that Tess feels as she pleads for a chance to make things right between them. The setting of the image is rural England, reflecting the novel's focus on the country life and the struggles of its characters. Tess, dressed in simple, dark clothing, looks up at Angel with a mixture of fear, hope, and determination in her eyes. Angel, portrayed as a more somber and reserved figure, looks down at her with a mixture of confusion and sadness. The image captures the moment of truth in their relationship, where Tess must reveal her past mistakes and hope for redemption. Hubert von Herkomer's illustration is a powerful representation of the emotional depth and complexity of Hardy's novel. The use of black and white adds to the somber and introspective tone of the scene, while the composition of the image draws the viewer in and invites them to consider the depth of the characters and their stories. This image is a testament to the enduring power of literature and the ability of art to capture the human experience.
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