Metal Print : Vesta Tilley / Piccadilly
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Vesta Tilley / Piccadilly
VESTA TILLEY Music hall entertainer, best known for her male impersonations, singing Algy, the Piccadilly Johnny (with the little glass eye)
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Best Dapper Dressing Entertainer Impersonations Johnny Monocle Piccadilly Singing Tilley Vesta Performing
10"x8" (25x20cm) Table Top Metal Print
Bring a piece of music hall history into your home with our stunning Metal Prints featuring Vesta Tilley's iconic image, "Piccadilly Johnny" from Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating portrait of the renowned entertainer, known for her male impersonations and signature song "Algy," is now available in our premium Metal Print collection. Each print is meticulously printed on high-quality metal sheets using a sublimation process, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail. The sleek, modern design of the Metal Print complements any decor while adding a touch of vintage charm. Experience the magic of Vesta Tilley's legacy with this unique and eye-catching addition to your space.
Table Top Metal Prints feature rounded corners and an easel back for easy display. Available in two sizes, 18x13cm (7x5) or 25x20cm (10x8). Lightweight and vibrant, they are perfect for displaying artwork and are guaranteed to add style to any desk or table top. The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the legendary music hall entertainer, Vesta Tilley, in the role of "Algy, the Piccadilly Johnny," one of her most famous male impersonations. Dressed in a dapper top hat, tailcoat, and monocle, Tilley exudes confidence and charisma as she sings into the microphone with a cross-legged pose. The late 19th century image transports us back in time to the golden age of music halls, an era of live entertainment that predated cinema and television. Vesta Tilley, born Matilda Powles in London in 1864, was a prolific and innovative performer known for her male impersonations. Her ability to convincingly portray male characters in song and dance acts was a sensation, and she often performed with her sister, Bessie Bellwood, as the duo "Tiller and Bell." Tilley's popularity reached new heights with the introduction of the microphone, which allowed her to reach larger audiences and showcase her powerful voice. The little glass eye that Algy, the Piccadilly Johnny, wears in this photograph adds an intriguing element to Tilley's performance. It is said that she wore a glass eye as part of her act to create a more authentic male appearance. This image, taken in the early 20th century, is a testament to Tilley's talent and her ability to captivate audiences with her unique brand of entertainment. This photograph is a precious piece of music hall history, offering a glimpse into the past and reminding us of the rich cultural heritage of live performance. It is a reminder that the art of entertaining an audience, whether through song, dance, or impersonation, has the power to transport us to another time and place.
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