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TWELFTH NIGHT
Act II, Scene II Cakes and ale: Malvolio scolds the revellers, Sir Toby Belch, Maria, the clown and Sir Andrew for their hedonistic ways. Date: circa 1840
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1840 Andrew Belch Cakes Clown Hedonistic Malvolio Maria Plays Revellers Revelry Scolds Shakespeare Toby Twelfth Ways
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This image, hailing from the late 1800s, transports us back to the world of Shakespeare's Twelfth Night, specifically Act II, Scene II, where the merrymaking reaches new heights. In this moment, Malvolio, the stern and uptight steward, stands amidst a scene of revelry, scolding Sir Toby Belch, Sir Andrew Aguecheek, Maria, and the clown for their hedonistic ways. The room is filled with the warmth of a roaring fire, the clinking of glasses, and the laughter of the revellers as they indulge in cakes and ale. Malvolio's stern expression and rigid posture contrast sharply with the carefree atmosphere around him. His disapproval is palpable as he shakes his finger at the group, his disdain for their pleasurable pursuits evident. Sir Toby, Sir Andrew, and the clown, on the other hand, seem to pay him no mind, their faces alight with merriment and mischief. Maria, the cunning servant girl, watches the scene unfold with a knowing smile, her role in orchestrating this moment of revelry a well-kept secret. This photograph, a beautiful reminder of the rich history of theatre and Shakespeare's enduring works, invites us to ponder the complexities of human nature and the joy of letting go. The image captures the essence of Twelfth Night, a tale of love, deception, and the power of merriment to heal and bring people together.
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