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Portia by Henry Woods
The character of Portia disguised as a lawyer from The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare by Henry Woods (1846-1921), part of a series of Shakespearean heroines, by well-known Victorian artists, commissioned by The Graphic
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Media ID 14114293
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1846 1921 Character Commissioned Disguised Graphic Heroines Lawyer Merchant Portia Shakespeare Shakespearean Venice Woods Artists
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Bring Shakespeare's timeless tales to life with Media Storehouse's exquisite range of Photographic Prints. This captivating image, "Portia by Henry Woods" from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases Portia, the noble and intelligent character from The Merchant of Venice, brilliantly portrayed in her disguise as a lawyer. Henry Woods' masterful depiction of Portia in 1800s attire adds a unique and intriguing touch to this classic character. Enhance your home or office with this stunning, high-quality photographic print and delve into the world of Shakespeare's enduring legacy. Each print is produced using premium materials and meticulously crafted to bring out the rich details and vibrant colors of the original artwork. Add this beautiful piece to your collection and let the magic of Shakespeare's stories unfold before your eyes.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19cm x 27.9cm (7.5" x 11")
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 27.9cm (8.5" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print depicts the renowned character of Portia, as portrayed by Henry Woods in his illustration for The Graphic magazine in 1897. Portia, a central figure in William Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice, is famously known for her intelligence, eloquence, and disguise as a lawyer. In this striking image, Woods masterfully captures the intensity and determination in Portia's eyes as she delivers her powerful and influential speeches in the courtroom. Portia's disguise as a lawyer, a role traditionally closed to women at the time, symbolizes her defiance of societal norms and her unwavering pursuit of justice. Woods' depiction of Portia in this moment highlights her strength and resolve, making it a powerful and enduring image in the annals of Shakespearean literature and Victorian art. Henry Woods was a prominent Victorian artist, known for his illustrations of Shakespearean heroines. This print is part of a series of such illustrations commissioned by The Graphic, a leading illustrated weekly magazine of the time. Woods' work, along with that of other Victorian artists, continues to be an important historical record of Shakespearean characters and the cultural significance of their stories. The intricately detailed print, with its rich colors and textures, transports us back to the world of Shakespeare and the Victorian era, offering a glimpse into the past and a reminder of the enduring power of literature and art to inspire and captivate.
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