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Antique Framed Print : The Gaiety Call Boy
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The Gaiety Call Boy
The call boy at the Gaiety Theatre in London, tasked with calling the actors and actresses to ready themselves for the stage. Date: 1904
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Media ID 14117770
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 22.6cm x 37.1cm (8.9" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Step into the enchanting world of London's Gaiety Theatre in 1904, as depicted in this evocative photograph of a call boy at work. The Gaiety Theatre, located in the heart of the West End, was renowned for its lavish productions and star-studded casts, drawing crowds of theatre-goers from all corners of the city. The call boy, a young lad in a crisp uniform, stands poised with a large wooden board and a bell in hand. His role was pivotal in ensuring the smooth running of the show, as he was responsible for calling the actors and actresses backstage to prepare for their entrances. The precise timing and coordination required for this job were crucial, as the theatre's elaborate sets and intricate scene changes demanded a well-oiled machine behind the scenes. The call boy's expression suggests a sense of urgency and focus, as he readies himself for the next cue. The photograph captures the intensity and energy of the backstage world, a world that was often hidden from the audience's view. The children in the background, peering curiously from the wings, offer a glimpse into the wonder and excitement that the theatre held for young imaginations. This photograph is a fascinating window into the history of theatre and the various roles that contributed to the magic of live performance. The call boy's job may have been unglamorous, but it was an essential part of the theatrical experience, and this image offers a unique perspective on the intricacies of the theatre world over a century ago.
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