Mr. Lewis in the Prince of Wales
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From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
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From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This print shows an actor, William Thomas Lewis, dressed as the Prince of Wales in a famous play. It’s a snapshot of theater from the 1700s. The image comes straight from a stage performance of *Henry IV, Part 1*. The print was made by J. Thornthwaite and sold by John Bell in London. It’s dated January 17, 1786, so it’s old—over 230 years. Look up the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more prints like this.
