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Cartoon, Oscar Wilde and William Wilde
Cartoon, Oscar Wilde (1854-1900), poet and playwright, comforted by his brother William Wilde (1852-1899) in the face of American criticism of his play, Vera, which lasted only a week in New York before being withdrawn. William says to Oscar: " Never mind, Oscar; other great men have had their dramatic failures!"
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In this poignant image from the 1880s, Irish poet and playwright Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) is depicted being comforted by his brother William Wilde (1852-1899) amidst the criticism of his play, "Vera," during its brief run in New York. The production, which opened in September 1883, was met with harsh reviews from American audiences and critics, and after just one week, it was withdrawn from the stage, marking a significant dramatic failure for Wilde. In the photograph, a sunflower sits between the two brothers, its vibrant yellow petals a stark contrast to the somber expression on Oscar's face. William, with a kind and supportive gaze, offers words of encouragement to his brother, reminding him that other great men have faced similar setbacks in their careers. The caption reads, "Never mind, Oscar; other great men have had their dramatic failures!" Despite the disappointment of "Vera," Wilde would go on to achieve great success as a playwright and author, with works such as "The Importance of Being Earnest" and "An Ideal Husband" becoming enduring classics of Victorian literature. This touching moment between the brothers serves as a reminder of the resilience and determination required to overcome creative setbacks and continue pursuing one's artistic passions.
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