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O Bottom, thou art changed. Snout and Quince, seeing Bottom the weaver seeing
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O Bottom, thou art changed. Snout and Quince, seeing Bottom the weaver seeing
O Bottom, thou art changed. Snout and Quince, seeing Bottom the weaver seeing the ass-head for the first time. From a mid-nineteenth illustration of the play A Midsummer Nights Dream by William Shakespeare written 1595 or 1596. Engraving
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In this mid-nineteenth-century illustration from William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream, we witness a hilarious and transformative moment. The scene depicts Snout and Quince, two characters in the play, as they lay their eyes upon Bottom the weaver for the first time since his unexpected transformation. As our gaze is drawn to the center of the print, we see Bottom standing before them with an ass-head, a result of Puck's mischievous magic. His bewildered expression perfectly captures his astonishment at this sudden metamorphosis. The intricate engraving technique used in this artwork brings out every detail of Bottom's new appearance, emphasizing both its absurdity and comical nature. The artist skillfully conveys the essence of Shakespearean comedy through this image. We can almost hear Snout and Quince bursting into laughter or exchanging puzzled glances as they try to make sense of what has befallen their friend. This snapshot freezes a pivotal moment that encapsulates themes of transformation and mistaken identity prevalent throughout the play. With its rich historical context and British charm, this print serves as a delightful reminder of Shakespeare's enduring influence on literature and theater. It invites us to immerse ourselves in the whimsical world created by one of English literature's greatest playwrights while appreciating the artistry behind this mid-nineteenth-century engraving.
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