Object Record
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Metadata
Object Name |
Poster, Theater |
Catalog Number |
1997.17.111 |
Creator |
A. Hoen & Company |
Maker |
A. Hoen & Company |
Date |
1880 |
Material(s) |
Paper/Ink |
Dimensions |
H-29.375 W-22.25 inches |
Description |
This theater poster features Mr. Chanfrau as Kit in the Arkansas Traveler. The chromolithograph features a bust portrait of Chanfrau surrounded by eight panel scenes from the play. There is billing information at the top. "MACAULEY'S THEATRE/TWO NIGHTS AND GRAND MATINEE/SATURDAY in 'PARTED'/FRIDAY AND SATURDAY NOVEMBER 5th & 6th" |
Notes |
"Kit, the Arkansas Traveler" was written by T.B. DeWAlden and Edward Spencer. Chanfrau, best known earlier as "Mose" became closely identified with the role of Kit. 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 |
A. Hoen & Company Chanfrau, Mr. |
Subjects |
Posters Theaters Theater posters Actors |
Search Terms |
Macauley's Theatre Louisville (Ky.) |
Physical Holder |
Kentucky Historical Society - KHS |