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Mlle. Josephine Duchesnois in Alzire, 1813
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Mlle. Josephine Duchesnois in Alzire, 1813
Mlle. Josephine Duchesnois as Alzire in Alzire by Voltaire, Theatre Francais, 1813. Handcoloured lithograph by F. Noel after an illustration by Alexandre-Marie Colin Lavigne Marin from Portraits d Acteurs et d Actrices dans different roles, F. Noel, Paris, 1825
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Alexandre Marie Colin Dacteurs Dactrices Dans Francais Josephine Lavigne Marin Mlle Noel Roles Theater Voltaire
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Mlle. Josephine Duchesnois as Alzire in Voltaire's Alzire, performed at the Theatre Francais in Paris in 1813, is depicted in this stunning handcoloured lithograph by F. Noel. The image is based on an illustration by Alexandre-Marie Colin Lavigne Marin from the collection "Portraits d'Acteurs et d'Actrices dans différents rôles." Mlle. Josephine Duchesnois (1787-1851) was a renowned French actress of the Romantic era, celebrated for her beauty and emotional depth. In this production of Voltaire's classic play Alzire, she embodied the title character, a noblewoman who falls in love with her captor, a native American chief. The play, first performed in 1736, explores themes of love, colonialism, and cultural difference. The lithograph captures Mlle. Duchesnois in the richly detailed and elaborate costume of Alzire, complete with a flowing headdress and intricate beadwork. The stage setting is suggested in the background, with a backdrop of trees and a hint of a temple or other architectural feature. The overall effect is one of grandeur and drama, fitting for both the actress and the role she portrayed. The handcolouring adds an additional layer of artistry to the print, bringing the image to life with vibrant colours and intricate details. The result is a captivating and evocative portrait of Mlle. Josephine Duchesnois as Alzire, a testament to her talent and the enduring appeal of Voltaire's classic play.
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