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Dickens / Tale of 2 Cities
Sydney Carton - lawyer who gets a charge of treason reversed for Charles Darnay due to a strong physical resemblance; he takes Darneys place at the guillotine
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1859 Bicorn Bicorne Carton Charge Cities Dickens Guillotine Lawyer Physical Resemblance Reversed Strong Sydney Takes Tale Treason Darnay
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating and intricately detailed Canvas Print from Media Storehouse's extensive range, featuring Sydney Carton from Charles Dickens' classic novel, A Tale of Two Cities. This evocative image, sourced from the esteemed Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online, brings to life the intense and dramatic moment when Carton, a lawyer, selflessly sacrifices himself for Charles Darnay. The powerful image is meticulously rendered on high-quality canvas, providing a rich and textured finish that adds depth and dimension to the intriguing scene. This stunning work of art is sure to be a captivating addition to any home or office, evoking the timeless themes of sacrifice, redemption, and the enduring power of Dickens' storytelling.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative image captures the intense moment of sacrifice and redemption from Charles Dickens' classic novel, "A Tale of Two Cities." Sydney Carton, portrayed here in period attire complete with a bicorne hat, is a disheveled and downtrodden lawyer who, due to a striking physical resemblance, is able to take the place of Charles Darnay at the guillotine. Darnay, a French aristocrat falsely charged with treason during the French Revolution, had been sentenced to death. Published in 1859, "A Tale of Two Cities" is a historical novel set against the backdrop of the French Revolution. The novel explores themes of love, sacrifice, and redemption, as well as the harsh realities of the revolution and its impact on individuals and society. In this scene, Sydney Carton, who had once loved Lucie Manette, Darnay's wife, has come to terms with his own miserable existence and selflessly offers to take Darnay's place at the guillotine. As they stand side by side, the strong resemblance between the two men becomes even more apparent, with both men wearing bicorne hats. The image is a poignant reminder of the novel's themes of sacrifice and redemption, as well as the power of physical appearance and the complexities of identity. Sydney Carton's selfless act ultimately leads to his own death, but it also saves the life of an innocent man and allows for the reunion of Lucie and her true love, Charles Darnay. This powerful moment in Dickens' novel continues to resonate with readers and remains a testament to the enduring power of literature to explore the human condition.
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