Details
Description
Etching on wove paper. Engraved by james heath, historical engraver to his majesty, published by j. & j. Boydell, london, …
Read more
Etching on wove paper. Engraved by james heath, historical engraver to his majesty, published by j. & j. Boydell, london, march 1, 1803. This fine 19th-century engraving by james heath, after a painting by thomas stothard, r.a., illustrates a dramatic scene from shakespeare’s two gentlemen of verona. Depicted is act v, scene 4: valentine confronts the ruffian who menaces silvia, commanding him to release her. The composition brims with tension and theatricality — silvia’s figure recoils in distress while the male figures form a striking triangular arrangement beneath the shadowy woodland setting. Commissioned as part of boydell’s celebrated shakespeare gallery, the print reflects the ambition of late 18th- and early 19th-century england to elevate shakespeare’s works through collaboration with leading painters and engravers. Heath, renowned as one of the greatest line engravers of his age, translates stothard’s delicate painterly detail into fine, crisp linework of remarkable clarity. A fine example from the historic boydell shakespeare gallery project, this engraving embodies the neoclassical vision of shakespearean illustration and showcases heath’s technical mastery. With margins; scattered foxing and age toning consistent with period. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity
issues arising from misattribution
See less
- Dimensions
- 9.45ʺW × 12.99ʺH
- Art Subjects
- Animals
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Condition
- Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- White
- Condition Notes
- Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use\. Please note that … moreVery Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use\. Please note that an additional handling period of up to 4 weeks may apply to this item less
Returns & Cancellations
Return Policy - All sales are final 48 hours after delivery, unless otherwise specified in the description of the product.
Related Collections
- Classical Greek Reproduction Prints
- Carrie Bergey Reproduction Prints
- Navajo Reproduction Prints
- Sol LeWitt Reproduction Prints
- Qing Reproduction Prints
- James Rosenquist Reproduction Prints
- Paule Marrot Reproduction Prints
- Ethan Allen Reproduction Prints
- Classical Roman Reproduction Prints
- Indian Reproduction Prints
- Burlwood Reproduction Prints