Caricature of Charles Santley, English-born baritone
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Caricature of Charles Santley, English-born baritone
Caricature of Charles Santley (1834-1922), English-born operatic and oratorio singer. A comment on his recent conversion to Roman Catholicism.
1880
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Media ID 14312186
© Terry Parker / Mary Evans Picture Library
Bald Balding Baritone Bryan Candle Candles Catholicism Comment Conversion Convert Entracte Incense Operatic Oratorio Santley Singer Swinging Vestments
EDITORS COMMENTS
This caricature depicts the renowned English-born baritone, Charles Santley (1834-1922), in the midst of his conversion to Roman Catholicism during the late 1880s. Santley, known for his successful operatic and oratorio career, is captured here in a light-hearted yet insightful sketch by an unidentified artist. The image finds Santley donning the vestments of a Catholic priest, with a swinging thurible of incense in hand and a candle in the other. The incense and candles symbolize the religious fervor that characterized Santley's newfound faith. The artist's use of exaggerated features, such as Santley's balding head and expressive facial expressions, adds to the whimsical nature of the caricature. The man in the background, likely a friend or colleague, looks on in amusement as Santley embraces his new religious identity. The title "entracte" inscribed at the bottom of the print suggests that this scene may have been a moment of levity during a performance or rehearsal. This caricature offers a unique glimpse into the personal life of a Victorian-era classical singer, providing a commentary on Santley's conversion to Catholicism and the reactions of those around him. The intricate details and rich colors of the print, as seen in this image from Terry Parker's collection at Mary Evans Picture Library, further enhance the visual appeal and historical significance of this fascinating artwork.
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