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Lear Banishing Cordelia, c. 1784-90 (oil on canvas)
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Lear Banishing Cordelia, c. 1784-90 (oil on canvas)
996203 Lear Banishing Cordelia, c.1784-90 (oil on canvas) by Fuseli, Henry (Fussli, Johann Heinrich) (1741-1825); 267.3x364.5 cm; Art Gallery of Ontario, Toronto, Canada; © Art Gallery of Ontario; Gift from the Contributing Members Fund, 1965
Media ID 23022282
© Art Gallery of Ontario Gift from the Contributing Members' Fund, 1965 / Bridgeman Images
Banished Banishing Gesturing King Lear Pointing Tragedy Characters
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In this photo print, we are transported into the tragic world of William Shakespeare's "King Lear". The scene depicted is none other than the heart-wrenching moment when Lear banishes his beloved daughter Cordelia. Painted by Henry Fuseli between 1784 and 1790, this oil on canvas masterpiece measures an impressive 267.3x364.5 cm. The painting captures the raw emotions of both characters involved in this pivotal moment. King Lear stands tall and imposing, his finger pointed accusingly at Cordelia as he gestures for her to leave his sight forever. His face contorted with anger and disappointment, it becomes evident that familial bonds have been shattered beyond repair. Cordelia, on the other hand, appears resolute yet pained by her father's harsh words. Her expression reflects a mix of sorrow and determination as she prepares to depart from her once-beloved home. Fuseli's brushstrokes bring these literary characters to life in vivid detail, emphasizing their contrasting personalities and conflicting desires. This painting serves as a powerful illustration of Shakespeare's timeless tragedy—a reminder of the consequences that can arise from pride and miscommunication within families. Now housed in the Art Gallery of Ontario in Toronto, Canada, this remarkable piece continues to captivate viewers with its emotional depth and artistic brilliance.
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