Object Record
Images
Metadata
Object Name |
Poster, Theater |
Catalog Number |
1997.17.146 |
Creator |
W. J. Morgan & Co. Lithograph |
Maker |
W. J. Morgan & Co. Lithograph |
Date |
ca. 1880 |
Material(s) |
Paper/Ink |
Dimensions |
H-28.25 W-22.25 inches |
Description |
This theater poster features a lithograph portrait of Lotta. She has cascading curled hair and is wearing a high collar blouse, and coat with three large button on each sleeve. She has a large chain necklace, engagement ring, and drop earrings. She sits with arms crossed and an alluring stare. Billing information is at the top. "MACAULEY'S THEATRE. SIX NIGHTS AND SATURDAY MATINEE, commencing Monday, April 17th." |
Notes |
Carlotta Crabtree, known on stage as Lotta, was a figure on the New York stage from 1864 through the 1880s. The Macauley Theatre was located at Louisville, Ky. This poster was found with many others in the attic of the Speed Art Museum in Louisville, Ky. |
Collection |
J.B. Speed Art Museum Collection |
People |
W. J. Morgan & Co. Lithograph Lotta Crabtree, Carlotta |
Subjects |
Posters Theaters Theater posters Actresses |
Search Terms |
Macauley's Theatre Louisville (Ky.) |
Physical Holder |
Kentucky Historical Society - KHS |