Theatrical Portraits

A series of theatrical portraits and lithographs showcasing historical and traditional costumes, capturing the essence of various characters and cultural motifs.

John Henderson as Don John in Beaumont and Fletcher's "The Chances.". . John Henderson (1747-1785) was a British stage actor who appeared most notably as Iago in Othello and Falstaff in the "Merry Wives" and "Henry IV.". . Engraving by Thornthwaite from a portrait by J. Roberts in "Bell's British Theatre" 1777.
John Henderson as Don John in Beaumont and Fletcher's "The Chances.". . John Henderson (1747-1785) was a British stage actor who appeared most notably as Iago in Othello and Falstaff in the "Merry Wives" and "Henry IV.". . Engraving by Thornthwaite from a portrait by J. Roberts in "Bell's British Theatre" 1777.