Theatrical portraits, 1750-1850

Summary

Creator:

Unknown

Date:

1750-1850

Extent:

2.4 Linear Feet 3 document boxes, 1 oversized box

Language:

English

Preferred citation:

Theatrical portraits, ms2742, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.

Background

Scope and content:

The collection consists of 416 different theatrical portraits and theatrical scenes, mostly of 18th century - early 19th century British origin. Pieces are taken from early editions of play magazines, newspapers, books, and portfolios. Specific names are available in the accession folder.

Biographical / historical:

Theatrical portraits were used as records of performance, insights into the society that produced them, and as works of art in their own right.

Indexed terms

Subjects:

Theater -- Great Britain.
Actors -- Great Britain
Theatrical posters -- Great Britain.
Portraits, British.
Actors -- Portraits
Portraits.

Preferred citation:

Theatrical portraits, ms2742, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.