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PENNY GAFF 1870
Audience and actors at a Penny Gaff, London Date: 1870
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Media ID 20151669
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Actors Audience Dore Gaff Penny
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the charm of Victorian London with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an enchanting image of a Penny Gaff from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating photograph, dated 1870, transports you back in time to an era of storytelling and entertainment. Audience members, eagerly gathered around the stage, are fully immersed in the performance, their expressions a testament to the power of live theatre. Bring this piece of history into your home and add a touch of timeless elegance to your decor. Our Fine Art Prints are meticulously printed on premium quality paper, ensuring vibrant colors and stunning detail. Each print comes with a certificate of authenticity and is carefully packaged for secure delivery. Elevate your space with a piece of history that tells a story.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 50.8cm x 35.9cm (20" x 14.1")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This image transports us back in time to a Penny Gaff theatre in London during the year 1870. The Penny Gaff, a precursor to the music hall, was a popular form of entertainment in Victorian England, offering affordable and informal performances for the working class. In the photograph, we see a packed audience, mostly dressed in their Sunday best, eagerly engaged with the actors on stage. The dimly lit room is adorned with ornate Dore decorations, reflecting the exotic and fantastical themes often featured in Penny Gaff productions. The actors, dressed in elaborate costumes, appear to be performing a lively skit, their expressions filled with humor and energy. The Penny Gaff provided an escape from the harsh realities of daily life for its patrons. For just a penny, they could enter a world of fantasy and laughter, if only for a few hours. The atmosphere in the room is electric, with the audience fully immersed in the performance, their laughter and applause fueling the energy of the actors on stage. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the past, providing us with a glimpse into the cultural and social fabric of Victorian England. It reminds us of the power of live performance to bring people together, to transport us to other worlds, and to provide a moment of joy and escape from the everyday.
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