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Frontispiece to "Plays"by John Davidson, 1893. Creator: Aubrey Beardsley
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Frontispiece to "Plays"by John Davidson, 1893. Creator: Aubrey Beardsley
Frontispiece to " Plays" by John Davidson, 1893. Caricatures of notable figures of the day: Sir Augustus Harris (centre), the manager of the Covent Garden, Drury Lane and Her Majestys theatres; a corpulent Oscar Wilde is portrayed as Bacchus; the nude woman beside him is Beardsleys actress sister Mabel; Henry Harland, American literary editor of the Yellow Book, is shown as a faun; the masked figure at the back is the poet Richard Le Gallienne, and the ballerina on the right is the dancer Adeline Genee. Illustration to " Plays" by John Davidson, [John Lane, 1894]. From " The Best of Beardsley" edited by R. A. Walker, [The Bodley Head, London, 1948]
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The captivating print titled "Frontispiece to 'Plays' by John Davidson, 1893" showcases the remarkable creativity of renowned artist Aubrey Beardsley. This black and white illustration, dating back to the 19th century, is a true masterpiece that captures the essence of the acting world during that era. At its center stands Sir Augustus Harris, an influential figure in Covent Garden, Drury Lane, and Her Majesty's theaters. Surrounding him are caricatures of notable personalities from various fields. The corpulent Oscar Wilde takes on the role of Bacchus, symbolizing indulgence and excess. Beside him stands Mabel Beardsley, Aubrey's sister and an actress herself. Henry Harland, an American literary editor known for his work in the Yellow Book magazine, is portrayed as a faun with hooves instead of feet. Richard Le Gallienne appears masked at the back as a mysterious poet figure. Lastly, Adeline Genee graces the composition as a graceful ballerina. Beardsley's intricate design combines elements of art nouveau with decadent movement influences. His attention to detail is evident in every stroke and line within this mesmerizing piece. This print serves not only as a visual delight but also provides insight into British theater history and artistic expression during this period. It encapsulates both beauty and intrigue while immortalizing these prominent figures through Beardsley's unique lens.
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