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.
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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), two…
