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Prints: P1364
Title
Fanny Kemble as Isabella
Subject
Character
Isabella : Measure for Measure
Artist
Thew, Robert [ Print made by ]
Dimensions
height: 26.6cm
width: 19.1cm
width: 19.1cm
Other materials
Engraving
Inscription/signature
"Eng. by R. Thew. / Fanny Kemble (Butler) as Isabella. / "Merciful heaven" / MEASURE FOR MEASURE"
Provenance
Presented by Mr Michael Gaunt, March 2023.
Other number
E0136
Oval print of actress Fanny Kemble as Isabella in 'Measure for Measure' by William Shakespeare. Kemble is depicted full length and standing in a church setting with two guards to her right. She wears a long white dress, head covering and a dark fabric draped over the top. Rosary beads and a cross hang from her waist. The image is set within a decorative border of vines, leaves and scenes from the play.
