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DREADNOUGHT HOAX
VIRGINIA WOOLF as a young woman, with Duncan Grant, Adrian Stephen, Anthony Buxton, Guy Ridley and Horace Cole as " The Emperor of Abyssinia and His Suite"
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1882 1941 Abyssin Ia Adrian Anthony Beards Blacked Bowler Buxton Cole Duncan Faces False Fancy Grant Horace Ridley Stephen Suite Turbans Virginia Woolf
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Dreadnought Hoax" photograph from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This iconic image captures a young and radiant Virginia Woolf, along with Duncan Grant, Adrian Stephen, Anthony Buxton, Guy Ridley, and Horace Cole, in their elaborate disguises as "The Emperor of Abyssinia and His Suite." A playful and intriguing moment in history, this photograph is a must-have for any art or literature enthusiast's collection. Each print is carefully produced using premium quality materials to ensure vibrant colors and long-lasting durability. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and add a touch of timeless charm to your space.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This intriguing photograph, titled "Dreadnought Hoax: Virginia Woolf as the Emperor of Abyssinia and Her Suite," captures a whimsical moment in the lives of six young intellectuals during the early 20th century. Taken in 1941, the image features Virginia Woolf (1882-1941), the renowned English modernist author, dressed as the "Empress" of Abyssinia, while her companions, Duncan Grant (1885-1978), Adrian Stephen (1883-1976), Anthony Buxton (1885-1962), Guy Ridley (1887-1965), and Horace de Vere Cole (1881-1958), pose as her "suite." The group's elaborate costumes and exaggerated facial expressions add to the playful atmosphere of the scene. Woolf, wearing a blackened face and a long, flowing white dress, dons a turban adorned with feathers. Her companions, dressed in various combinations of turbans, bowler hats, and beards, complete the ensemble. The origins of this photograph are rooted in a historical hoax that took place in 1898, when Cole, under the pseudonym "Prince Hoetei," successfully deceived the British public into believing that he was the exiled Emperor of Abyssinia. This incident inspired the group to stage their own version of the hoax, with Woolf taking on the role of the emperor. This photograph not only offers a glimpse into the imaginative and mischievous side of these influential figures but also highlights the importance of play and creativity in their lives. The image has since become a fascinating piece of historical documentation, shedding light on the lives of these literary and artistic luminaries beyond their published works.
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