The Chess Players, illustration from Through the Looking Glass by Lewis Carroll 1832-98 first published 1871

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"The Chess Players" is a notable illustration from "Through the Looking-Glass, and What Alice Found There," a novel written by Charles Lutwidge Dodgson under the pseudonym Lewis Carroll, first published in 1871. This illustration, along with others in the book, was created by Sir John Tenniel, an English illustrator, graphic humorist, and political cartoonist, whose work is highly regarded for its detailed and imaginative nature. "Through the Looking-Glass" serves as the sequel to Carroll's immensely successful "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" (1865) and continues the adventures of the protagonist, Alice, in a fantastical landscape.

The illustration of The Chess Players is significant for its depiction of a moment within the narrative where the themes of strategy, competition, and the whimsical logic of the Looking-Glass world converge. In the broader context of the novel, the chess game serves as a metaphor for Alice's journey through an inverted, mirror-like world, where she encounters various characters, each representing a piece in the game of chess. The narrative structure of "Through the Looking-Glass" itself is modeled after a chess game, with Alice progressing from pawn to queen, reflecting Carroll's fondness for and knowledge of the game.

John Tenniel's collaboration with Lewis Carroll on the Alice books was pivotal, with his illustrations becoming iconic representations of Carroll's text. Tenniel's work for "Through the Looking-Glass" is characterized by its precision, wit, and the ability to capture the fantastical and often absurd nature of Carroll's world. The Chess Players, like many of Tenniel's illustrations, complements the text by adding a visual layer of depth and engagement, inviting readers to visualize the strategic and somewhat surreal chess game that Alice navigates.

The collaboration between Carroll and Tenniel, particularly in the creation of "The Chess Players" and other illustrations for "Through the Looking-Glass," remains a celebrated example of literary and artistic synergy. The illustration not only serves to enhance the narrative but also contributes to the enduring appeal and analysis of Carroll's work, offering insights into Victorian society, the complexities of identity, and the nature of logic and absurdity.

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