Victorian Oil Painting Shakespeare Portrait 1860 Signed

You are viewing a wonderful Victorian oil painting showing an interior scene in the Elizabethan era
The painting is by Henry Stacy Marks (1829 - 1898) - a Royal Academy member - and he was renowned for his treatment of subjects around Shakespeare
I am not sure of the narrative of this painting, the main character in full Elizabethan regalia is being compared to a painting over the fireplace
Is it to see if there is a likeness to Shakespeare? Is it the playwright or a mere thespian?
Classic work of art, stamped on the underside and comes in the ornate gilt frame
Henry Stacy Marks (1829 - 1898) - was a British painter of the Victorian era, known for his detailed and humorous depictions of birds and literary scenes
A member of the Royal Academy, he often combined meticulous naturalism with a whimsical touch, especially in his bird paintings that were both scientifically accurate and charming
Marks was also associated with the Pre-Raphaelite movement, contributing to the decorative schemes of various public buildings in England.

Dimensions are in inches (CM)
Width x Height
14 (35) x 11 (28)

Additional dimensions information:

Width x Height 14 x 11

Condition : Used
Manufacture Date : 1800s
Materials : Oil Paint