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The Prince and Poins driving Falstaff, Gadshill, Peto and Bardolph, from their Plunder at Gadshill (engraving)
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The Prince and Poins driving Falstaff, Gadshill, Peto and Bardolph, from their Plunder at Gadshill (engraving)
1093017 The Prince and Poins driving Falstaff, Gadshill, Peto and Bardolph, from their Plunder at Gadshill (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Prince and Poins driving Falstaff, Gadshill, Peto and Bardolph, from their Plunder at Gadshill. 1st Part of Henry IV, Act 2nd, Scene 2nd. Illustration for The Life of Sir John Falstaff, A Biography of the Knight from Authentic Sources by Robert B Brough (Longman, 1858).); © Look and Learn; English, out of copyright
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Bardolph Driving Falstaff Gadshill Peto Plunder Sir John Falstaff Poins
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This engraving titled "The Prince and Poins driving Falstaff, Gadshill, Peto and Bardolph, from their Plunder at Gadshill" by George Cruikshank depicts a scene from William Shakespeare's play Henry IV. The image showcases the mischievous duo of the Prince and Poins taking charge as they drive away Sir John Falstaff, Gadshill, Peto, and Bardolph after their plundering escapade. In this lively illustration for The Life of Sir John Falstaff: A Biography of the Knight from Authentic Sources by Robert B Brough (Longman, 1858), we witness the dynamic energy captured in Cruikshank's masterful strokes. The characters are brought to life with expressive faces and animated gestures that convey their personalities vividly. The scene takes place during Act 2nd, Scene 2nd of Henry IV when Prince Hal (the future King Henry V) and his friend Poins decide to play a prank on Falstaff and his gang. They disguise themselves as highwaymen to rob them but end up turning the tables on them instead. This moment captures both humor and tension as the miscreants are driven off in defeat while our cunning protagonists revel in their triumph. Cruikshank's detailed engraving transports us into Shakespeare's world with its rich historical context. It serves as a visual testament to the enduring popularity of Shakespearean works even beyond his time. This print is an invaluable addition to any collection
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