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Photographic Print : Dion Boucicault (also Bourcicault, and Dionysius Lardner Boursiquot) (1820-1890)
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Dion Boucicault (also Bourcicault, and Dionysius Lardner Boursiquot) (1820-1890)
Dion Boucicault (also Bourcicault, and Dionysius Lardner Boursiquot) (1820-1890) Irish-born British actor, playwright and producer. Author of Sensation Dramas. His first success came in 1841 with London Assurance produced by Madame Vestris. Other plays include The Corsican Brothers (1852) an adaptation from the French, The Octoroon (1859) the first play to treat seriously racial discrimination in the USA, and The Colleen Bawn (1860) the first of his highly successful Irish plays. Cartoon by Spy (Leslie Ward, 1851-1922) from Vanity Fair (London, 1882). Chromolithograph
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1841 1851 1922 1852 1859 1860 1882 Actor Adaptation Author Brothers Cartoon Chromolithograph Dionysius Discrimination Drama Fair Highly Include Irish Irish Born Leslie Literature Madame Play Plays Playwright Produced Racial Sensation Success Successful Theatre Treat Vanity Ward Assurance Boucicault Colleen Corsican Dion Dramas Lardner Producer Vestris
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Bring history to life with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Prints featuring Dion Boucicault (1820-1890), the renowned Irish-born British actor, playwright, and producer. Known for his groundbreaking work in Sensation Dramas, Boucicault left an indelible mark on the theatrical world. This stunning UIG image captures his captivating presence and timeless charm. Add this unique piece to your home or office decor and relive the rich legacy of this theatrical icon.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.4cm x 27.9cm (6.9" x 11")
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 27.9cm (8.5" x 11")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases Dion Boucicault, a prominent Irish-born British actor, playwright, and producer of the 19th century. Known for his sensational dramas and groundbreaking contributions to literature, Boucicault's influence on the theatre world cannot be overstated. The image captures him in all his glory, with an air of confidence and charisma. Boucicault's career took off in 1841 when Madame Vestris produced his play "London Assurance" marking his first taste of success. He went on to create numerous other notable works such as "The Corsican Brothers" (1852), an adaptation from French literature, and "The Octoroon" (1859), which bravely tackled racial discrimination in the United States long before it was widely addressed. One of Boucicault's most highly acclaimed achievements was "The Colleen Bawn" (1860), the first among many successful Irish plays he would produce throughout his career. His ability to captivate audiences with compelling storytelling set him apart as a true master of his craft. This particular print is a chromolithograph created by Leslie Ward, also known as Spy, for Vanity Fair magazine in 1882. It beautifully immortalizes Boucicault's legacy within the theatrical world while capturing the essence of Victorian-era charm. As we admire this remarkable image today, we are reminded of Dion Boucicault's lasting impact on English literature and theatre—a testament to his talent that continues to inspire artists around the globe.
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