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The Queen tries to comfort Hamlet, from Hamlet by William Shakespeare
IL388120 The Queen tries to comfort Hamlet, from Hamlet by William Shakespeare, edition published by Hodder & Stoughton in 1915 (colour litho) by Simmonds, W. G. (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hamlet was written in 1599-1601; William Shakespeare (1564-1616), English poet and playwright; Good Hamlet, cast thy nighted colour off ; ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 23547152
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Beseeching Concern Concerned Mourner Shakespeare William 1564 1616 Shakespearean Stepfather
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In this photo print, we witness a poignant moment from William Shakespeare's timeless tragedy, Hamlet. The scene depicts the Queen desperately attempting to console her troubled stepson, Hamlet. Published in 1915 by Hodder & Stoughton and beautifully rendered through colour lithography by W. G. Simmonds, this edition brings to life the emotional depth of Shakespeare's work. The image captures the essence of mourning and concern as the Queen beseeches Hamlet to cast off his melancholy facade. Her eyes are filled with genuine worry for her son's well-being, while he remains lost in his own thoughts and grief-stricken turmoil. In this medieval court setting, surrounded by opulent tapestries and regal furnishings, their private conversation unfolds against a backdrop of royal power struggles and familial complexities. This illustration serves as a powerful reminder of Shakespeare's ability to explore universal themes that transcend time periods. It encapsulates the complex relationships between mother and son, stepfather and prince within a tale of revenge, betrayal, and madness. As we gaze upon this evocative artwork from our private collection today, it is impossible not to be moved by its portrayal of human emotions so vividly brought forth over four centuries ago. Through Simmonds' skillful interpretation combined with Shakespeare's masterful storytelling prowess; we are transported into a world where even queens struggle to comfort their troubled children amidst an intricate web of political intrigue.
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