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King Lear
King Lear

King Lear

Artist (1741 - 1806)
Date1776
MediumEngraving on paper
Dimensions52.7 x 58.1 cm
ClassificationsPrint
Credit LineCollection & image © Hugh Lane Gallery.
Object number1157
DescriptionThis intaglio print (engraving) shows a bearded man, King Lear, in Greek classical garb. His long grey hair is whipping dramatically in the wind as he holds the body of a dead woman, which is stretched out on a rock. Three warriors in Greek style helmets and two of them carrying spears, are standing behind the rock and looking towards King Lear. In the background can be seen low hills and a dark foreboding sky.
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