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Guy Little Theatrical Photograph, by Boning & Small, photographic, 1882

Guy Little Theatrical Photograph

Boning & Small

1882

photographic

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Guy Little Theatrical Photograph is a 1882 photographic by Boning & Small, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Boning & Small
When & what style?
1882 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This photograph shows Helena Modjeska as Odette in Odette, Haymarket Theatre. The photo was taken by Boning & Small in 1882. Photography was new and exciting back then. Actors and actresses had photos taken for 'cartes de visite' and 'cabinet cards'. These were small, collectible cards with photos on them. You can learn more about this type of photography at the Victoria and Albert Museum.

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