Dimensions: Approximately 44.5 x 59.7 cm (17 1/2 x 23 1/2 inches)
Description:
This mezzotint engraving illustrates a poignant scene from Shakespeare’s King Lear, Act IV, where the estranged King Lear reunites with his loyal daughter, Cordelia. Fuseli’s composition captures the depth of their emotional reconciliation, with Cordelia tenderly attending to her repentant father. The artwork conveys themes of forgiveness and the enduring bond between parent and child.
Provenance & Collectibility:
This print is part of a significant collection celebrating Shakespeare’s works through visual art. Impressions of this engraving are held in esteemed institutions such as the National Gallery of Art. The collaboration between Fuseli and Smith, combined with the Shakespearean subject matter, renders it a valuable piece for collectors of 18th-century art and literature.
