Lekain (Gengiskan)
1750
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1750
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This print shows Monsieur Le Kain playing Genghis Khan in a dramatic stage scene. The actor wears heavy robes and a fierce expression, lit by bright stage lights that make his costume pop. The print was made to sell to theater fans who wanted a souvenir of the famous actor. Look at the Victoria and Albert Museum’s prints and drawings to see more stage portraits.
