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Lily Brayton in Count Hannibal, by Asche and Norreys Connell
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Lily Brayton in Count Hannibal, by Asche and Norreys Connell
Count Hannibal by F. Norreys Connell and Oscar Asche. Photograph of Lily Brayton as Clotilde in Count Hannibal. Lily Brayton (23 June 1876 30 April 1953) was an english actress and singer who married Oscar Asche in 1898. On tour to the Grand Theatre in Leeds, on 3rd May 1909. Asche and Brayton are supported by their London Company, although this is a pre London tour. The novel can be obtained from all Booksellers in The Daily Mail series of Sixpenny Novels. The photographer was Margareta Rita Martin (1875-1958) who started her photographic career in 1897. Date: 1909
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Asche Brayton Clotilde Connell Count Gazing Hannibal Leeds Lily Norreys Simple Sits Sleeved Sleeves Upwards
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This photograph captures the enchanting presence of English actress and singer, Lily Brayton, as she portrays the character Clotilde de Vrillac in Count Hannibal. The image, taken in 1909 during a tour to the Grand Theatre in Leeds, showcases Brayton's ethereal beauty and captivating stage presence. At the time, Brayton was married to her husband and collaborator, Oscar Asche, and they were touring with their London Company, although this was prior to their London engagement. The novel, Count Hannibal, by Asche and Norreys Connell, was available from all booksellers in the Daily Mail series of Sixpenny Novels. The photograph was skillfully captured by Margareta Rita Martin, a renowned photographer who began her career in 1897. Martin expertly highlights Brayton's expressive profile as she gazes upwards, clad in a simple yet elegant long-sleeved dress. The image exudes a sense of mystery and allure, drawing the viewer in and transporting them to the world of Count Hannibal and the captivating performances of Lily Brayton.
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