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David Garrick in the Role of Richard III

David Garrick in the Role of Richard III

John Dixon

1772

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Romanticism 18th Century

About this work

A man in heavy fur and armor stands holding a sword, his face set in a fierce scowl. Behind him, a battle rages with horses and soldiers in the distance. The sky looks stormy, and the ground is muddy. This print shows an actor playing a king—his outfit is more about drama than real armor. The dark and light contrasts make the scene feel intense. Want to know more? Check out the technique: chiaroscuro.

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