Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
1881
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1881
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This photograph shows George Grossmith dressed as Reginald Bunthorne. He's posing in a theatrical costume. The photo was likely used as a 'carte de visite', a type of small photo card that actors used to promote themselves. These cards were popular in Victorian times. They helped actors get noticed and find new roles. The cards usually had the actor's name and the photographer's name on them. You can learn more about this type of photography at the museum: Victoria and Albert Museum.
