Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
1864
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1864
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This photo from 1864 shows stage star Adah Isaacs Menken in her role as Mazeppa. The Reutlinger Studio captured her on stage at Astley’s Theatre, London. It’s an albumen print on card—common for actors to sell to fans. These photos popped up when photography was still new. Stage stars like Menken posed in costumes to make keepsakes. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum for more theater history.
