Artwork
Mr. Lewis as the Marquis in the Midnight Hour
Mr. Lewis as the Marquis in the Midnight Hour is a print by the Romanticist artist H.R. Cooke. It dates from 1 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This print depicts William Thomas Lewis, an 18th-century actor, in a theatrical role.
About this work
This print shows an actor named William Thomas Lewis in a role. The actor played the Marquis in a play called The Midnight Hour. The print was made by H.R. Cooke in 1812.
The print shows how actors looked on stage long ago. It was part of a series of prints. These prints were sold in London at the time.
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Overview
This print depicts William Thomas Lewis, an 18th-century actor, in a theatrical role. Created in 1812, it offers a glimpse into the visual culture of London's stage during that era.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows Lewis as the Marquis in 'The Midnight Hour', a play by Elizabeth Inchbald. It captures the actor's portrayal of this character, providing insight into 19th-century theatrical performance.
Technique & Style
The print was produced by H.R. Cooke, likely using a technique common for theatrical illustrations at the time. It was part of a series, suggesting a standardized approach to depicting actors and their roles.
History & Provenance
Published by Sherwood & Co. in London on December 1, 1812, the print was once part of the Harry Beard Collection. Its origins tie it to the commercial print culture of early 19th-century London.
Artist & collection
Artist
A hand-colored print artist from the early 1800s, H.R. Cooke made theatrical portraits of actors in famous roles. Look for *Mr. Lewis as the Marquis in the Midnight Hour* (1812) and *Mr. Lewis as the Marquis* (1821),…
