Object Record
Images
Metadata
Object Name |
Poster, Theater |
Catalog Number |
1997.17.100 |
Maker |
Lemercier & Co. |
Date |
ca. 1880 |
Material(s) |
Paper/Ink |
Dimensions |
H-28.25 W-22.25 inches |
Description |
This is a ithographed theatrical poster of Joseph Jefferson as Rip Van Winkle. The image shows the man looking to the viewer's left. He has long hair and beard and has a wild look in his eyes. The text reads "JOSEPH JEFFERSON/RIP VAN WINKLE/After the sllep of 20 years/MACAULEY'S THEATRE/ONE WEEK, COMMENCING/MONDAY DEC.17" |
Notes |
Joseph Jefferson (1829-1905) was a Pennsylvania born actor closely identified with the title role of Rip Van Winkle. |
Collection |
J.B. Speed Art Museum Collection |
People |
Lemercier & Company Jefferson, Joseph Van Winkle, Rip |
Subjects |
Theatre Theater posters Theatrical posters Theatrical productions Theatrical producers & directors Actors Actresses Fairy tales |
Search Terms |
Jefferson County (Ky.) Louisville (Ky.) Macauley's Theatre |
Physical Holder |
Kentucky Historical Society - KHS |