Artwork
Mmme. Daubrun role de La Belle aux Cheveux d'or
Mmme. Daubrun role de La Belle aux Cheveux d'or is a print by the Romanticist artist Unknown. It dates from 1847 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This hand-colored print depicts Madame Daubrun in her role as 'La Belle aux Cheveux d'or' from a circa 1847 production at the Théâtre de la Porte St Martin, capturing a specific moment in 19th-century theater.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, Madame Daubrun, is portrayed in character, highlighting her performance in the titular role. The print commemorates her impactful stage presence, notably influencing literary work.
Technique & Style
Executed as a hand-colored print, the piece reflects common illustrative practices of the mid-19th century, blending reproduction with manual aesthetic enhancement.
History & Provenance
Dating to around 1847, the print originates from the Théâtre de la Porte St Martin production. Its creation was contemporaneous with the performance it depicts.
Context
Part of a broader tradition of theatrical portraiture, this print intersects with literary history, particularly through its connection to Charles Baudelaire's 'The Flowers of Evil'.
Legacy
The print serves as a historical artifact, linking theater and literature of the era. It is referenced in the context of institutions like the Victoria and Albert Museum for its theatrical and artistic significance.
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