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"If he were twenty Sir John Falstaffs, he shall not abuse Robert Shallow Esquire
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"If he were twenty Sir John Falstaffs, he shall not abuse Robert Shallow Esquire
3082660 " If he were twenty Sir John Falstaffs, he shall not abuse Robert Shallow Esquire!", illustration from The Merry Wives of Windsor, 1910 (colour litho) by Thomson, Hugh (1860-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Merry Wives of Windsor published by Heinemann 1910
Hugh Thomson (1860-1920)); British, out of copyright
Media ID 23422644
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Comedy Falstaff Insult Shakespeare William 1564 1616 Shallow Windsor Wives
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This vibrant and lively illustration captures a humorous moment from William Shakespeare's play, "The Merry Wives of Windsor". The scene depicts Sir John Falstaff, a larger-than-life character known for his wit and mischief, attempting to insult Robert Shallow Esquire. However, the caption beneath the print humorously states that even if Falstaff were multiplied twenty times over, he would still not be able to successfully abuse Mr. Shallow. The artist, Hugh Thomson, brings this comedic exchange to life with his skillful use of color lithography. The costumes worn by the characters add an element of whimsy and theatricality to the scene. It is evident that this illustration was created with great attention to detail and a deep understanding of Shakespeare's work. "The Merry Wives of Windsor" is a comedy set in the town of Windsor during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. It follows the misadventures of Sir John Falstaff as he attempts to seduce two married women for financial gain. This particular moment captured in Thomson's print showcases both Falstaff's audacity and Mr. Shallow's resilience. Overall, this delightful image serves as a visual representation of one small but memorable aspect of Shakespearean comedy – where insults are exchanged with wit and charm rather than malice or harm.
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