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LONDON: PRIVATE THEATER. Amateur performance of Sir Edward Bulwer Lyttons new comedy, before her majesty and Prince Albert, at Devonshire House, London, England. Wood engraving, 1851
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LONDON: PRIVATE THEATER. Amateur performance of Sir Edward Bulwer Lyttons new comedy, before her majesty and Prince Albert, at Devonshire House, London, England. Wood engraving, 1851
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1851 Albert Amateur Bulwer Comedy Devonshire Edward Entertainer Lytton Ornate Performance Prince Queen Seat Spectator Stage Upper Class Victoria Victorian Devonshire House
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This wood engraving from 1851 showcases a private theater performance in London, England. The amateur production of Sir Edward Bulwer Lytton's new comedy takes place at Devonshire House, with an illustrious audience including Her Majesty Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. The ornate interior of the theater is filled with a crowd eagerly anticipating the entertainment about to unfold on stage. The image captures the essence of Victorian upper-class society, as men and women dressed in their finest attire fill every seat. The royal couple sits prominently among the spectators, adding an air of grandeur to the occasion. The stage is set for a night filled with laughter and amusement. This historic print offers a glimpse into the cultural life of 19th-century London, where even amateurs could perform before royalty in exclusive settings like Devonshire House. It serves as a testament to both Sir Edward Bulwer Lytton's talent as a playwright and Queen Victoria's appreciation for theatrical arts. As we admire this remarkable engraving by The Granger Collection, we are transported back in time to witness this extraordinary moment when art merged with royalty. It reminds us that throughout history, entertainment has always been cherished and celebrated by people from all walks of life – whether they be commoners or monarchs.
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