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A portrait of Isabel Jeans
A portrait of Isobel Jeans (wife of the dramatist Gilbert Wakefield) just finished work on the film Easy Virtue Date: 1927
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© Mary Evans / Jazz Age Club Collection
Dramatist Easy Finished Gilbert Isobel Jeans Silent Virtue Wakefield 1927
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This portrait captures the essence of Isobel Jeans, the talented British actress and wife of the renowned dramatist Gilbert Wakefield, in the height of her career during the 1920s. The photograph, taken in August 1927, marks the completion of her work on the critically acclaimed silent film 'Easy Virtue.' Dressed in an elegant yet modern outfit, Isobel exudes an air of sophistication and allure, embodying the spirit of the Jazz Age. Her expressive eyes and confident posture convey a depth of character that resonated with audiences both on the stage and on the screen. Isobel Jeans was a rising star of the British film industry, known for her versatility and ability to bring complex characters to life. Her performance in 'Easy Virtue,' a film based on Noel Coward's play of the same name, earned her widespread acclaim and cemented her place as a leading actress of the 1920s. The film, which also starred the charismatic Robert Donat, told the story of a young woman who marries into an English aristocratic family and faces scandal and social ostracism. This portrait is a testament to Isobel Jeans' enduring legacy and her significant contribution to the history of British cinema. The photograph, with its timeless beauty and intriguing backstory, is a fascinating glimpse into the world of silent film and the 1920s, a decade marked by artistic innovation and cultural transformation.
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