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Metal Print : Dickens / Tale of 2 Cities
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Dickens / Tale of 2 Cities
Sydney Carton - lawyer who gets a charge of treason reversed for Charles Darnay due to a strong physical resemblance; he takes Darneys place at the guillotine
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1859 Bicorn Bicorne Carton Charge Cities Dickens Guillotine Lawyer Physical Resemblance Reversed Strong Sydney Takes Tale Treason Darnay
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the haunting tale of Charles Darnay and Sydney Carton to life with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring this evocative image of Sydney Carton from Mary Evans Picture Library. Known for his role in Charles Dickens' classic novel, 'A Tale of Two Cities', Sydney Carton's selfless act of sacrifice is immortalized in this timeless piece. Our high-quality metal prints are not just a decorative addition to your home or office, they are a conversation starter and a reminder of the power of redemption and sacrifice. Order yours today and bring a piece of literary history into your space.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the intense moment of sacrifice and redemption from Charles Dickens' classic novel, "A Tale of Two Cities." Sydney Carton, portrayed here in period attire complete with a bicorne hat, is a disheveled and downtrodden lawyer who, due to a striking physical resemblance, is able to take the place of Charles Darnay at the guillotine. Darnay, a French aristocrat falsely charged with treason during the French Revolution, had been sentenced to death. Published in 1859, "A Tale of Two Cities" is a historical novel set against the backdrop of the French Revolution. The novel explores themes of love, sacrifice, and redemption, as well as the harsh realities of the revolution and its impact on individuals and society. In this scene, Sydney Carton, who had once loved Lucie Manette, Darnay's wife, has come to terms with his own miserable existence and selflessly offers to take Darnay's place at the guillotine. As they stand side by side, the strong resemblance between the two men becomes even more apparent, with both men wearing bicorne hats. The image is a poignant reminder of the novel's themes of sacrifice and redemption, as well as the power of physical appearance and the complexities of identity. Sydney Carton's selfless act ultimately leads to his own death, but it also saves the life of an innocent man and allows for the reunion of Lucie and her true love, Charles Darnay. This powerful moment in Dickens' novel continues to resonate with readers and remains a testament to the enduring power of literature to explore the human condition.
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