Artwork
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph is a photographic photography by the Impressionist artist Alexander Bassano. It dates from 1862 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This photograph is part of a collection bequeathed to the V&A by Guy Tristram Little.
About this work
Overview
This photograph is part of a collection bequeathed to the V&A by Guy Tristram Little.
Subject & Meaning
The image depicts Rose Norreys, an actress, likely in a theatrical costume or everyday dress.
Technique & Style
The photograph is an albumen print, a common technique used for 'cartes de visite' and 'cabinet cards' during the Victorian era.
History & Provenance
Guy Tristram Little, a collector and solicitor, assembled a large collection of 'cartes de visite' and 'cabinet cards', which he mounted in albums and bequeathed to the V&A upon his death in 1953.
Context
During the Victorian era, actors and actresses commonly had studio photographs taken for 'cartes de visite' and 'cabinet cards', which were popular collectibles.
Artist & collection
Artist
Alexander Bassano took photographs of actors on stage and in costume during the late 1800s.
