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A False Wife, by F Marriott Watson, Opera House, Torquay
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A False Wife, by F Marriott Watson, Opera House, Torquay
A False Wife, by F Marriott Watson, at the Opera House, Torquay.
1908
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Media ID 19858839
© The Michael Diamond Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Deception Dressing False Infidelity Marriott Oeil Opera Promotional Skull Torquay Trompe Watson
A False Wife,
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a captivating theatrical production by renowned English playwright F. Marriott Watson, graced the prestigious Opera House stage in Torquay during the Edwardian era of 1908. This evocative postcard image offers a glimpse into the world of deception and infidelity that unfolded within the walls of this grand performance venue. The centerpiece of the photograph is a trompe l'oeil painting of a skull, subtly concealed behind a dressing table adorned with an elegant woman's accessories. This intriguing prop served as a poignant reminder of the hidden truths and moral complexities that lay beneath the surface of the play's narrative. The stage is bathed in the soft glow of theatrical lights, casting long, dramatic shadows across the empty seats, as if beckoning the audience to delve into the depths of the story that was about to unfold. The ornate curtains, adorned with intricate gold fringing, frame the scene, adding an air of sophistication and mystery. The woman in the foreground, dressed in the height of Edwardian fashion, gazes intently into the mirror, seemingly lost in thought. Her reflection, however, reveals a different story, as the image of a man's face appears in the glass, hinting at the deception and betrayal that lies at the heart of A False Wife. This postcard, a cherished relic from the 1900s, offers a tantalizing glimpse into the world of Torquay's Opera House and the captivating productions that once graced its stage. The image, from The Michael Diamond Collection at Mary Evans Picture Library, serves as a reminder of the power of theatre to transport us to other worlds and to explore the complexities of human emotion and relationships.
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