1923 Photolithograph Character Costume Ducat John Gay William Nicholas XMB6

This is an original 1923 color photolithograph depicting the character, Mr. Ducat, from the opera Polly by John Gay.

CONDITION

This 88+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Orig. Photolithograph; Color
• Grade: Very Fine +++
• Dimensions: Approximately 6 x 8.5 inches; 15 x 22 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Period Paper is thrilled to present a colorful collection of photolithographs from 1923. The images are illustrations from the opera Polly by John Gay. The opera tells the tale of Polly PeachumÕs adventure in the West Indies. She searches for Macheath who becomes executed before Polly decides to marry the Indian prince Cawwawkee. Polly was censored during itÕs birth but was produced after GayÕs death.

This piece was illustrated by Nicholson, William.

Keywords specific to this image: Fashion, Theater, Play, Guard, Red

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