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Shakespeare arrested for deer stealing (engraving)
969223 Shakespeare arrested for deer stealing (engraving) by Schrader, Julius Friedrich Anton (1815-1900) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shakespeare arrested for deer stealing. Illustration from Great Men and Famous Women edited by Charles Horne (Selmar Hess, c 1900). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn
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Arrested Caught Criminal Deer House Of Tudor Poacher Poaching Stratford Upon Avon Theft Thief Tudor Dynasty Tudor Period Tudor Times Tudors Dynasty Warwickshire 16 16th Xvi Xvith Sixteenth Century Authors Book Author Litaerature Playwright Shakespeare William Shakspeare
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This print titled "Shakespeare arrested for deer stealing" takes us back to the 16th century, immersing us in a moment of scandal and intrigue. The engraving by Julius Friedrich Anton Schrader depicts an event that has become part of Shakespearean lore. In this arresting image, we see William Shakespeare himself being apprehended for the crime of poaching deer. Surrounded by dogs and accompanied by his captors, the renowned playwright is caught red-handed in his illicit activities. The scene is set against the backdrop of Stratford-upon-Avon, where Shakespeare was born and raised. The details captured in this engraving transport us to a time when literature's greatest figure faced legal trouble. It reminds us that even geniuses are not immune to temptation or missteps. This incident with Thomas Lucy, a prominent landowner whose deer were allegedly stolen by Shakespeare, adds another layer to our understanding of the man behind some of history's most celebrated works. As we gaze upon this fascinating piece, we are reminded that even legends have their flaws and complexities. It serves as a testament to both Shakespeare's humanity and his ability to transform ordinary events into timeless art through his plays and sonnets. This print invites us into an era long past but forever preserved through artistic interpretation—a glimpse into the life of one who shaped literature as we know it today.
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