Artwork
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph is a photographic photography by Julius Leth. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This photograph is a studio portrait of Adelina Patti, a renowned singer, taken by Julius Leth in the 19th century.
Technique & Style
The image is a typical example of Victorian-era theatrical photography, mounted on stiff card. It was likely produced using the albumen print process from a glass negative, a common technique for 'cartes de visite' and 'cabinet cards'.
History & Provenance
The photograph was part of a large collection assembled by Guy Tristram Little, a collector and solicitor who bequeathed it to the V&A. Little also managed the estate of Gabrielle Enthoven, whose theatrical collection formed the foundation of the V&A's Theatre Collections.
Artist & collection
Artist
Julius Leth didn’t leave a paper trail, but he had a nose for a good story. He spent his days photographing actors backstage, catching the messy truth behind the stage lights—sweat stains on a collar, a half-smoked…
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
Guy Little Theatrical Photographs
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
Guy Little Theatrical Photographs
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
