Print Collection
1806
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1806
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This print shows Angelica Catalani in the opera *Semiramide*. It was made in December 1806 by Robert Dighton. The print is held at the Victoria and Albert Museum. It shows her first performance in England on December 13, 1806. The print includes text announcing this special event. This rare snapshot captures opera history in black and white. Look up the artist Robert Dighton next.