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The Lady of Ostend by Francis Burnand
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The Lady of Ostend by Francis Burnand
Promotional postcard for The Lady of Ostend by Francis Burnand. First produced at the Bournemouth 19th June and Terrys Theatre, 5th July 1899. The artist concentrates on showing the lady as an attractive element of a seaside resort, but the husband has been caught on film with her, and, when the film is shown in a cinema, complications follow. For Lawrence Broughs touring company. Date: circa 1899
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Step right up and feast your eyes on the enchanting Lady of Ostend, as captured in this stunning photograph by the renowned artist Francis Burnand. This image was first brought to life on the stage in 1899, produced by Lawrence Broughs touring company at the Bournemouth Theatre on the 19th of June and Terry's Theatre on the 5th of July. The Lady of Ostend was a popular pantomime that showcased the allure of the seaside resort experience. Burnand masterfully portrays the lady as an irresistible element of the coastline, with her graceful pose and captivating expression drawing in the crowds. But as the curtain closed on the production, unbeknownst to the audience, complications were brewing off-stage. The husband of the Lady of Ostend had been unfaithful, and a photograph of him with the lady had been captured on film. As the reels were shown in the cinemas, the scandal spread like wildfire, causing quite a stir amongst the patrons. The once beloved Lady of Ostend was now the talk of the town, and the seaside resort became the center of gossip and intrigue. This postcard is a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when theatre and entertainment were at the heart of popular culture. The Lady of Ostend remains an iconic symbol of the seaside resort experience, a reminder of the allure and excitement that comes with the stage and the screen.
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