Hamlet Tapestries
Description: Hamlet- Act IV, Scene V (Ophelia Before the King and Queen) by Benjamin West, 1792. Oil on canvas.
Hamlet- Act IV, Scene V (Ophelia Before the King and Queen) by Benjamin West Tapestry
by Classic Art Stall
$23 $30
Description: Shakespeare's Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, holding Yorick's skull and contemplating the great equalizer: death. This is an item from our literary collection which pays homage to the literary giants who have shaped the way we see the world. From Langston Hughes’ inspiring verses to Jane Austen's witticisms, our designs transport you to worlds of imagination and enlightenment. Wear the words that resonate with your soul, and celebrate the authors who have left an indelible mark on literature. Surround yourself with the power of words and let your favorite authors inspire you every day. Click on the “Literature” album in our storefront to see all our authors and quotes!
Description: This design cleverly combines Shakespeare’s Hamlet with Schrödinger’s famous thought experiment, replacing "to be or not to be" with "to be and not to be." It humorously highlights the shared theme of uncertainty—whether in existential questions or quantum mechanics. Perfect for fans of science, literature, or witty intellectual humor, this design is a playful nod to life’s paradoxes and mysteries.
Description: Each letter portrays a major theme/motif/symbol in the play. H - extremes and duality. Quintessence of dust vs. how like an angel, fertility vs. chastity and denial, love vs. sorrow. A - death and damnation. There aren't a lot of mentions of Heaven, but there are many for Hell. M - flowers. Ophelia's flower scene and the garland she drowns in sum up many key points and character realtionships using flower language. L - mistreatment of women. E - fate and destiny, often associated with stars. T - rot and decay.
