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And now they never meet in grove or green, By fountain clear or spangled starlight sheen
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And now they never meet in grove or green, By fountain clear or spangled starlight sheen
STC418735 And now they never meet in grove or green, By fountain clear or spangled starlight sheen. But they do square, illustration from Midsummer Nights Dream by William Shakespeare, 1908 (colour litho) by Rackham, Arthur (1867-1939) (after); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22925268
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Act 2 Scene 1 Fairy Oberon Queen Of The Fairies Shakespeare William 1564 1616 Shakespearean Titania
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In this print, we are transported to the enchanting world of William Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream". The scene depicts a poignant moment where two star-crossed lovers, Oberon and Titania, find themselves estranged from one another. As they once reveled in the beauty of nature together - meeting in groves and greens, by clear fountains or under the shimmering starlight - their paths have now diverged. The artist Arthur Rackham masterfully captures the essence of this bittersweet separation. With his vibrant colors and intricate details, he brings to life the magical realm inhabited by fairies and mystical creatures. We can almost hear the whispers of leaves rustling in the wind and feel the ethereal presence that surrounds these characters. Oberon, portrayed as a regal king of fairies with an air of melancholy about him, stands on one side while Titania, exuding grace and elegance as queen of fairies, occupies another. Their eyes meet not with longing but with tension as they square off against each other. This illustration serves as a reminder that even within realms filled with magic and wonderment, love is not immune to strife. It speaks to our own human experiences where relationships can be tested by misunderstandings or conflicts. Through Rackham's artistry, we witness both heartache and resilience encapsulated within this single image from Shakespeare's timeless play.
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