Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
1873
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1873
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Guy Little Theatrical Photograph is a 1873 photographic by Elliott & Fry, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This photo shows Rose Bell dressed as Paris from the operetta *La Belle Hélène*, taken in 1873. It’s one of many Victorian actor portraits meant for fans to collect. Theaters like the Alhambra used these photos to sell tickets and boost star power. Small and collectible, they fit in albums alongside scenic views and famous art. See more actor portraits by the Victoria and Albert Museum.
A sepia photograph depicts Rose Bell in costume as Paris from the operetta *La Belle Hélène* at the Alhambra Theatre. Produced as an albumen print on card, the image belongs to a larger collection of 19th-century theatrical photographs assembled by Guy Little and later donated to the Victoria and Albert Museum. The photograph reflects the Victorian practice of collecting actor portraits in formats such as *cartes de visite* and *cabinet cards*, which were widely circulated during the period.
Read the full account in the museum source.
These London guys snapped the 19th century’s biggest stars in quick, bright portraits you’d see outside the stage door.
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