Who painted Herbert Beerbohm Tree as Othello in Othello by William Shakespeare?

Herbert Beerbohm Tree as Othello in Othello by William Shakespeare was painted by Charles Buchel in 1914.

Where can I see Herbert Beerbohm Tree as Othello in Othello by William Shakespeare?

Herbert Beerbohm Tree as Othello in Othello by William Shakespeare is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Herbert Beerbohm Tree as Othello in Othello by William Shakespeare?

Herbert Beerbohm Tree as Othello in Othello by William Shakespeare is associated with British Romanticism.

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Museum-quality prints of Herbert Beerbohm Tree as Othello in Othello by William Shakespeare are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Herbert Beerbohm Tree as Othello in <i>Othello</i> by William Shakespeare

Charles Buchel , 1914

Herbert Beerbohm Tree as Othello in <i>Othello</i> by William Shakespeare is a paint painting by the British Romanticist artist Charles Buchel. It dates from 1914 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This 1914 painting by Charles A.

About this work

Overview

This 1914 painting by Charles A. Buchel captures actor-manager Herbert Beerbohm Tree in the role of Othello from William Shakespeare's play.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Tree as Othello the warrior, wearing European plate armor with an Indo-Persian inspired helmet, now held in the V&A Theatre and Performance collections.

Technique & Style

Buchel's use of chiaroscuro, a technique that utilizes strong contrasts between light and dark, adds depth to the portrait, highlighting Tree's character.

History & Provenance

Buchel had a long-standing association with Tree, painting portraits, designing posters, and illustrating souvenir booklets for Tree's productions, including this 1912 staging of Othello at His Majesty's Theatre.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Charles Buchel

Charles Buchel (Karl August Büchel) (1872–1950) was a British artist. Buchel was born in Mainz, Germany, but immigrated to England as a child. Buchel studied art at the Royal Academy Schools. He was hired by the…