Antique Framed Print : The Light That Failed by George Fleming
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The Light That Failed by George Fleming
Promotional postcard for The Light That Failed by George Fleming (Julia Constance Fletcher) from Rudyard Kiplings (1890) novel. First produced at the Lyric Theatre, 7th February 1903. Dick (right), now blind, stands in front of a tent in the Sudanese desert. The character with him is probably his friend, George. Touring to Theatre Royal, Rochdale, 14th September 1903. Direct from the New Theatre - where the play was transferred from the Lyric, 20th April 1903. Date: circa 1903
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Media ID 14246313
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Drama Dramas Dramatic Failed Fleming Panto Pantomime Promotional Sudan Tent Tents
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 37.1cm x 23.6cm (14.6" x 9.3")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step into the world of George Fleming's The Light That Failed, a captivating theatrical production based on Rudyard Kipling's novel of the same name. This evocative promotional postcard from circa 1903 transports us to the heart of the Sudanese desert, where the once intrepid explorer Dick (right) now stands, blind and weary, in front of a tent. His faithful companion, likely George, looks on with concern. The Light That Failed, first produced at the prestigious Lyric Theatre on 7th February 1903, was a popular and dramatic play that captivated audiences throughout the UK. After its successful run at the Lyric, the production was transferred to the New Theatre and later toured to the Theatre Royal in Rochdale on 14th September 1903. As the sun sets over the barren desert landscape, the tent serves as a stark reminder of the harsh realities of Dick's past adventures. The failed light, a symbol of his shattered dreams and lost sight, casts an eerie glow over the scene. This poignant image invites us to reflect on the human condition and the sacrifices made in the pursuit of knowledge and exploration. Join Dick and George on their journey through the sands of time, as they navigate the complexities of friendship, love, and the consequences of their choices. The Light That Failed is a timeless tale of hope, redemption, and the enduring power of the human spirit.
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