Framed Print : Scene from Shakespeares Taming of the Shrew
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Scene from Shakespeares Taming of the Shrew
A scene from Shakespeares comedy, The Taming of the Shrew (Act IV, Scene i), in which Petruchio insists that the food isn t good enough for poor hungry Kate to eat. In fact theres nothing wrong with it, but this is all part of his plan to tame her
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Cloth Comedy Contrary Falling Good Hungry Kate Katharine Katherine Paradox Petruchio Plan Plays Pots Servants Shakespeare Shrew Table Cloth Tame Taming Tough Perverse
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating range of Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this enchanting scene from Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew" by Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the dramatic moment (Act IV, Scene i) where Petruchio, with a twinkle in his eye, insists that the food is not good enough for his newly-wed wife Kate, played by the formidable Katharina, despite her ravenous hunger. This exquisite print captures the essence of Shakespeare's renowned comedy, showcasing the intriguing dynamic between the two characters. Elevate your home or office décor with this timeless work of art, framed to perfection. Let the story of "The Taming of the Shrew" live on in your space.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
A Scene of Defiant Love: Petruchio and Katherine in 'The Taming of the Shrew' (Act IV, Scene i) In this scene from William Shakespeare's 'The Taming of the Shrew,' Petruchio, played by an Italian actor in nineteenth-century attire, scrutinizes the humble table spread before him and his new wife, Katharine, with a furrowed brow. The scene, set in Italy during the century that bore witness to the Bard's genius, unfolds with an air of historical authenticity. The paradoxical Petruchio, with a perverse sense of humor, insists that the food before them is not good enough for his famished bride. In truth, there is nothing amiss with the meal; this is all part of his intricate plan to tame the fiery, contrary Katherine. The tablecloth, adorned with intricate patterns, lies beneath an assortment of pots and platters, as servants scurry about in the background, attending to their masters' every need. Kate, portrayed as a tough, unyielding shrew, sits across from Petruchio, her expression a mixture of defiance and curiosity. She questions her husband's motives, her voice laced with sarcasm. The dog at their feet, a symbol of obedience and loyalty, gazes up at its masters, seemingly aware of the complex dance of love and power unfolding before them. This scene, rich in Shakespearean wit and paradox, encapsulates the essence of 'The Taming of the Shrew.' Petruchio's insistence that the food is bad, though unfounded, is a test of wills, a demonstration of his determination to bend his wife to his will. The table, once a symbol of nourishment and sustenance, becomes a battleground for love and submission. As the play unfolds, it is clear that this marriage, fraught with challenges, will ultimately be a testament to the power of love to transform the most contrary of souls.
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