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A Duett at the Hanover Square Concert, 1788 (etching & w / c)
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A Duett at the Hanover Square Concert, 1788 (etching & w / c)
DEC418503 A Duett at the Hanover Square Concert, 1788 (etching & w/c) by Nixon, John (1760-1818); 21x13 cm; Gerald Coke Handel Collection, Foundling Museum, London; (add.info.: after Nixons drawing of Theodosia Abrams (d.1849) English contralto and Harriett Abrams (c.1758-1821) English soprano and composer; annual benefit concert for the tenor Samuel Harrison at Hanover Square Rooms, 9th May 1788; singing the duet Gia che mia sposa sei by Antonio Sacchini; ); eGerald Coke Handel Collection, Foundling Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22925216
© Gerald Coke Handel Collection, Foundling Museum / Bridgeman Images
Aria Balustrade Charity Feathers Headdresses Opera Seria Performers Plumed Score Siblings Singers Sisters Society Life Thin Ugly Wigs
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This print captures a momentous event in the world of music - "A Duett at the Hanover Square Concert, 1788". Created by John Nixon, this etching and watercolor artwork showcases two remarkable women who graced the stage that evening. Theodosia Abrams, an English contralto, and Harriett Abrams, an English soprano and composer, are depicted in all their glory. The composition transports us back to May 9th, 1788 when a benefit concert was held for tenor Samuel Harrison at Hanover Square Rooms. The duet being performed is Antonio Sacchini's enchanting piece titled "Gia che mia sposa sei". As these talented sisters sing their hearts out on stage, their plumed headdresses add a touch of grandeur to their already impressive presence. In this Georgian society setting filled with elegance and opulence, the performers stand out amidst a sea of colorful costumes. Their thin wigs perfectly complement their classical attire while emphasizing their dedication to opera seria. Despite societal expectations regarding beauty standards during that era, these divas prove that talent knows no bounds. This image not only celebrates the power of music but also highlights the importance of charity as this concert aimed to raise funds for those in need. With its vibrant colors and intricate details captured by Bridgeman Images' lens, this print serves as a timeless reminder of the extraordinary performances witnessed during that memorable night at Hanover Square Concert.
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