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Oscar Wilde
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Oscar Wilde
Oscar Wilde. Oscar Wilde, three-quarter length portrait, facing front, seated, leaning forward, left elbow resting on knee, hand to chin, holding walking stick in right hand, wearing coat. Date c1882
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This three-quarter length portrait of Oscar Wilde, the renowned Irish playwright and wit, was captured around the year 1882. Wilde, dressed in a fashionable coat, sits forward in his chair, his left elbow resting on his knee, and his hand thoughtfully resting on his chin. His piercing gaze is fixed on an unseen horizon, while his right hand holds a walking stick, a sign of both elegance and mobility. Oscar Wilde, a man of extraordinary intellect and charisma, was a leading figure in London's artistic and literary circles during the late Victorian era. Known for his biting wit and flamboyant style, he was a favorite among the social elite and a frequent guest at high society events. However, Wilde's personal life was far from conventional. He was married with children, but his true passions lay elsewhere. In 1895, Wilde's double life came crashing down when he was arrested and charged with gross indecency, leading to a highly publicized and scandalous trial. Despite the controversy that surrounded him, Wilde's literary works continue to captivate audiences around the world. His plays, such as "The Importance of Being Earnest" and "An Ideal Husband," are still performed regularly, and his quotes, like "We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars," continue to inspire and amuse. This portrait, with its enigmatic and thoughtful expression, offers a glimpse into the complex and intriguing world of Oscar Wilde, a man who defied societal norms and left an indelible mark on literature and culture.
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