Artwork
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph is a photographic photography by the Impressionist artist Window & Grove. It dates from 1895 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This photograph depicts Dame Marie Tempest as Adele in 'An Artist's Model' at Daly's Theatre.
About this work
Overview
This photograph depicts Dame Marie Tempest as Adele in 'An Artist's Model' at Daly's Theatre. It is part of a collection of theatrical photographs assembled by Guy Tristram Little.
Subject & Meaning
The image captures Dame Marie Tempest in character as Adele, a role in the theatrical production 'An Artist's Model'. The photograph was likely taken for promotional purposes, a common practice in Victorian theatre.
Technique & Style
The photograph is an example of a 'cabinet card', a format that gained popularity in the late 19th century. It is an albumen print, a technique characteristic of photographic prints from glass negatives during this period.
History & Provenance
The photograph was collected by Guy Tristram Little, a solicitor and collector, who bequeathed it to the V&A. Little's collection included various types of photographs, which he mounted in albums after removing their original card backings.
Context
The late 19th century saw the rise of photography as a means of promoting theatrical productions. 'Cabinet cards' and 'cartes de visite' were popular formats for distributing images of actors and actresses in character.
Artist & collection
Artist
These photos freeze moments from late-19th-century and early-20th-century theater.
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
Guy Little Theatrical Photographs
Guy Little Theatrical Photographs
Guy Little Theatrical Photographs
Guy Little Theatrical Photographs
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
Guy Little Theatrical Photographs
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
Guy Little Theatrical Photographs
Guy Little Theatrical Photographs
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph