The English classics

The three books in the middle are the 3 volumes of Shakespeare

published in 1862-64. I'm still wondering why it says "Shakspeare"

instead of "Shakespeare" on the front....

 

Comments appreciated. Thanks

A beautiful image. I'd give it a 10. Shakespeare's name has been spelled in various ways, even in his lifetime. His contemporary, Ben Jonson, himself spelled it "Shakspeare" in referring to a portrait of the Bard. Before English was standardized, many words were spelled in irregular ways. Even later, Ralph Waldo Emerson spelled it "Shakspeare."

Sergei, Beautiful collection of colours and textures and a good soft light too. Nice old books!

 

In Shakespeare's time English spelling was not standardised and though he himself spells it with the middle 'e' most people just spelt it however they liked so there ar many different variations. (More than a dozen in WS's case)This happened to everyone of course but especially if you had an unusual name.

 

Ah! I see I have been beaten to it.....

Sergei, the triangled composition, the beautiful old books colors, the soft light, and the lesson recieved from Colin and Tom, all makes the visit here wothwhile!! beautiful!

Many thanks Tom and Colin! The trick is that inside those books his name has been spelt Shakespeare with an "e"! I thought about it all the time during a photo session. Thanks for an explanation

I am glad you liked the picture.

 

Pnina - thanks for your support and visitng!

Regards , Sergei.

Sergei, this is superb, very near perfect.....What do you think about having the candle lite?.....Jim

Another terrific piece of art by deep in thought & incredible execution, Sergei!!! Best regards.

Excelente luz, color y un bello encuadre, un cordial saludo Sergei.

complimenti !!! il mago ... il migliore ... delle nature morte ... quadri...!!!

bravissimo

Composition,perspective and light are perfect.Best regards.BoraBenic

Fascinating. The light is splendid, as always...

Wonderful atmosphere, it looks like shotted in the XIX century: you used the camera like a time machine!

i am in love & awe of your work. there are so many pieces that i would love to draw or paint. i am an artist, may i have your permission to paint some of your photos? you are inspiring me

 

thank you

 

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