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Fine Art Print : Posters for the Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead, 1898 (litho)
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Posters for the Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead, 1898 (litho)
XJF448219 Posters for the Argyle Theatre of Varieties, Birkenhead, 1898 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Originally a music hall, the Argyle Theatre in Birkenhead was famous, under the management of Denis J. Clarke (d.1934), for fostering new music hall talent and in 1896 exhibited some of the earliest motion pictures seen in Britain; The programmes advertised here would have run for the duration of the week; ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 12883434
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Ben Nevis Birkenhead Dodd Music Hall Chas Griff Milner Will Mitcham
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this stunning lithograph of the Argyle Theatre of Varieties in Birkenhead from 1898. This captivating poster, originally a music hall advertisement, showcases the vibrant colors and intricate details of the English School's 19th-century artwork. Bring the rich history of the Argyle Theatre and the elegance of the Victorian era into your home or office with this beautiful, museum-quality print. Order now from Fine Art Finder and let the allure of the past transport you.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This black and white lithograph takes us back to the vibrant world of entertainment in 19th century Britain. The image showcases a collection of posters for the renowned Argyle Theatre of Varieties in Birkenhead, captured in 1898 by an anonymous English School artist. Originally a music hall, the Argyle Theatre was managed by Denis J. Clarke, who had a knack for nurturing new talent and pushing boundaries. In fact, it was at this very venue that some of the earliest motion pictures were exhibited in Britain back in 1896. The posters on display here offer a glimpse into the diverse range of acts that graced the stage during that time. From Tom and Lillie English to Queenie Randall, Mr. Dave Hallie to Lily Lever, Rhodes and Conley to Ben Nevis - each name evokes curiosity about their performances and contributions to this era's entertainment scene. The programmes advertised on these posters would have run throughout an entire week, promising audiences nights filled with laughter, awe-inspiring feats, beautiful melodies, and mesmerizing spectacles. As we admire this print from a private collection today, we are transported back to Victorian times when music halls were bustling hubs of amusement and escape from everyday life. This artwork serves as a testament not only to the rich history of British entertainment but also as a reminder that even over a century later, these performers' legacies continue to captivate our imagination.
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