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Lover with head bowed in grief, from O Willow, Willow
DGC452028 Lover with head bowed in grief, from O Willow, Willow, traditional English folk song, illustration from Pan-Pipes, A Book of Old Songs, Newly Arranged and with Accompaniments by Theo. Marzials published in London by George Routledge & Sons, 1884 (colour litho) (detail of 452027) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: from a collection of 40 traditional songs set to music by Theo Marzials (1850-1920); many variants of this lament by a lover scorned by his mistress have survived, most notably the version in Shakespeares play Othello known as the Song of Willow and sung a few minutes before her death by Desdemona; ); Prismatic Pictures; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22400874
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Ballad Desdemona Folk Song Lament Lover Marzials Othello Pan Pipes Popular Scorn Shakespeare William 1564 1616 Song Songs Sorrow Theo Willow Lovers Sadness
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In this print titled "Lover with head bowed in grief, from O Willow, Willow" we are transported to a world of profound sadness and heartache. The image is an illustration from the book Pan-Pipes, A Book of Old Songs, published in London in 1884 by George Routledge & Sons. The scene depicts a traditional English folk song known as "O Willow, Willow". The lover portrayed here is consumed by grief, his head bowed down in sorrow. The artist, Walter Crane (1845-1915), masterfully captures the raw emotions that accompany lost love and betrayal. This melancholic ballad has many variants but is most famously recognized as the Song of Willow sung by Desdemona moments before her tragic demise in Shakespeare's play Othello. Its haunting melody and poignant lyrics have resonated through generations. Theo Marzials (1850-1920) set this timeless lament to music as part of his collection of 40 traditional songs. This particular illustration beautifully complements the somber tone of the song. As we gaze upon this print, we cannot help but be moved by its depiction of unrequited love and shattered dreams. It serves as a reminder that even within our deepest sorrows lies great beauty - for it is through art that we find solace and understanding in our shared human experiences.
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