Much Ado Collection

Dogberry and Verges, Much Ado about Nothing, Act iv, Scene 7 (engraving)
5216217 Dogberry and Verges, Much Ado about Nothing, Act iv, Scene 7 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dogberry and Verges, Much Ado about Nothing)

Much Ado about Nothing. Act IV-Scene I (gravure)
671946 Much Ado about Nothing. Act IV-Scene I (gravure) by Darley, Felix Octavius Carr (1822-88) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Much Ado about Nothing. Act IV-Scene I)

Much Ado about Nothing. Act II, Scene I (gravure)
671943 Much Ado about Nothing. Act II, Scene I (gravure) by Darley, Felix Octavius Carr (1822-88) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Much Ado about Nothing. Act II, Scene I)

Miss Ellen Terry as Beatrice (gravure)
671562 Miss Ellen Terry as Beatrice (gravure) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Miss Ellen Terry as Beatrice)

Illustration for Much Ado about Nothing (engraving)
725321 Illustration for Much Ado about Nothing (engraving) by Barnard, Frederick (1846-96) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Much Ado about Nothing)

"For there was never yet philosopher that could endure the tooth-ache patiently"(engraving)
2781064 " For there was never yet philosopher that could endure the tooth-ache patiently" (engraving) by English School

Ursula, c. 1789 (oil on canvas)
3959957 Ursula, c.1789 (oil on canvas) by Fuseli, Henry (Fussli, Johann Heinrich) (1741-1825); 26.3 x 24.8 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel

Benedick and Beatrice, Much Ado about Nothing, Act IV, Scene I (engraving)
727163 Benedick and Beatrice, Much Ado about Nothing, Act IV, Scene I (engraving) by Watson, James Dawson (1832-92); Private Collection; (add.info.: Benedick and Beatrice, Much Ado about Nothing)

"I looked upon her with a soldiers eye, that liked, but had a rougher task in hand"Much Ado about Nothing
969871 " I looked upon her with a soldiers eye, that liked, but had a rougher task in hand" Much Ado about Nothing, Act I, Scene 1 (colour litho) by English School

Mr William Terriss as Claudio (gravure)
671563 Mr William Terriss as Claudio (gravure) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr William Terriss as Claudio)

Much Ado about Nothing. Act V-Scene II (gravure)
671947 Much Ado about Nothing. Act V-Scene II (gravure) by Darley, Felix Octavius Carr (1822-88) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Much Ado about Nothing. Act V-Scene II)

Much Ado about Nothing. Act III-Scene III (gravure)
671945 Much Ado about Nothing. Act III-Scene III (gravure) by Darley, Felix Octavius Carr (1822-88) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Much Ado about Nothing. Act III-Scene III)

Benedict, Much Ado about Nothing (chromolitho)
729887 Benedict, Much Ado about Nothing (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Benedict, Much Ado about Nothing. From a Shakespeare card game)

Beatrice, Much Ado about Nothing (chromolitho)
729886 Beatrice, Much Ado about Nothing (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Beatrice, Much Ado about Nothing. From a Shakespeare card game)

Much Ado Nothing 1866 George Louis Palmella Busson Du Maurier
Much Ado about Nothing, 1866. George Louis Palmella Busson Du Maurier (British, 1834-1896). Wood engraving

Much Ado Nothing 1828 Hand-colored etching sheet
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"Much Ado: A Delightful Comedy Unveiled Through Engravings and Gravures" Step into the world of Shakespeare's "Much Ado about Nothing" through a series of captivating engravings and gravures. In Act IV, Scene 7, we witness the comical duo Dogberry and Verges in all their glory, bringing laughter to the stage with their hilarious antics. The play itself is a perfect blend of wit, romance, and mistaken identities. Act IV-Scene I showcases this beautifully in a stunning gravure that captures the essence of the plot's twists and turns. One cannot help but be captivated by Miss Ellen Terry as Beatrice in her enchanting portrayal. Her gravure radiates charm and charisma, perfectly embodying Beatrice's sharp tongue yet vulnerable heart. The illustrations for "Much Ado about Nothing" transport us to a time where love was both tender and tumultuous. Each engraving tells its own story within the larger narrative, inviting us to delve deeper into Shakespeare's timeless masterpiece. Amongst these images lies an engraving depicting toothache-induced agony accompanied by the famous quote: "For there was never yet philosopher that could endure the tooth-ache patiently. " It serves as a reminder that even great minds are not immune to life's little pains. Ursula takes center stage in another oil on canvas artwork from c. 1789. This painting captures her gracefulness while adding depth to her character development throughout the play. Benedick and Beatrice steal our hearts once again in Act IV, Scene I with an enchanting engraving showcasing their undeniable chemistry. Their banter reflects both affectionate teasing and hidden desires—a true testament to Shakespeare's genius writing. In Act I, Scene 1 we find Benedick confessing his admiration for Beatrice with a soldier's eye—an image brought vividly to life through color lithography. The intensity of his gaze hints at the challenges they must overcome on their journey to love.