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Satirical cartoon of King Richard III, c1823. Creator: Unknown
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Satirical cartoon of King Richard III, c1823. Creator: Unknown
Satirical cartoon of King Richard III, c1823. Richard holds his hand to his nose, and quotes lines from William Shakespeares Richard III: Give me another Horse - bind up my wounds - The lights burn blue. On the left his horse collapses, a reference to the famous line: A horse, a horse! My kingdom for a horse
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Duke Of Duke Of Gloucester Ermine Gloucester His Majesty Hurt Injured Injury King Of England King Richard Iii Plantagenet Richard Richard Duke Of Gloucester Richard Iii Shakespeare William Shakespeare Wound Wounded Wounds
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This satirical cartoon print from the 19th century depicts King Richard III in a comical and dramatic manner. Created by an unknown artist, it captures the essence of Shakespeare's play "Richard III" through visual humor. In the image, King Richard III is shown holding his hand to his nose, quoting lines from Shakespeare's famous play: "Give me another Horse - bind up my wounds - The lights burn blue". This scene portrays Richard as a wounded and desperate monarch. On the left side of the picture, his horse collapses, referencing one of the most iconic lines from the play: "A horse, a horse! My kingdom for a horse!". The vibrant colors add depth to this historical satire while highlighting key elements such as Richard's ermine fur cloak that signifies royalty. The injured king stands amidst a backdrop of plants and foliage, symbolizing both his physical pain and political turmoil. With its clever blend of drama and humor, this print offers viewers an amusing glimpse into English history during the reign of King Richard III. It serves as a reminder not only of William Shakespeare's enduring influence but also how art can capture significant moments in time with wit and creativity.
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