Portraits Of Shakespeare (1884)

The Portraits of Shakespeare is a book written by Joseph Parker Norris and originally published in 1884. The book is a comprehensive study of the various portraits of William Shakespeare that were created during his lifetime and after his death. Norris examines each portrait in detail, analyzing the artist's technique, the historical context in which the portrait was created, and the cultural significance of the image.The book includes detailed descriptions and illustrations of over 50 portraits of Shakespeare, including the famous Chandos portrait, the Droeshout engraving, and the Stratford bust. Norris also delves into the controversies surrounding the authenticity of some of the portraits, such as the Cobbe portrait and the Sanders portrait.In addition to analyzing the portraits themselves, Norris provides insight into the cultural and historical context in which they were created. He discusses the role of portraiture in Elizabethan and Jacobean England, the rise of Shakespeare as a cultural icon, and the ways in which the portraits were used to promote Shakespeare's plays and reputation.Overall, The Portraits of Shakespeare is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Shakespearean studies, art history, or the cultural history of early modern England. It provides a detailed and nuanced examination of the many portraits of Shakespeare, shedding light on the ways in which these images have shaped our understanding of the playwright and his legacy.From Shakespeariana.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.