Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
1871
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1871
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This photograph shows Henry Irving dressed as Jingle in Pickwick. It's a picture from the Lyceum Theatre in 1871. The photo was likely used as a 'carte de visite', a type of small photo card that was popular at the time, often used by actors to promote themselves. These cards were made from glass negatives and attached to stiff card backing. The cards were a big deal in Victorian days, allowing people to collect photos of their favorite actors. You can learn more about this type of photography at the museum: Victoria and Albert Museum.
