Title

The actor David Garrick in the role of Richard III, 1746. Artist: William Hogarth

Caption

The actor David Garrick in the role of Richard III, 1746. He wildly stares out at the viewer with a dagger in one hand. He sits before a crucifix and his crown. At his feet is a suit of armour. Outside his luxurious tent can be seen a camp, with soldiers sitting round a fire. He is depicting Scene 17 of Act 5 from Shakespeare's play Richard III. Garrick was the most popular actor of his day.
Museum of London

Date

1746

Credit line

Photo12/Heritage Images/Museum of London

Reference

HRM19A84_290

Model release

No

License type

Rights managed

Available size

49,9Mb (4,8Mb) / 15,5in x 12,5in / 4654 x 3750 (300dpi)

Keywords

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