Greetings Card : Caricature of J D Stoyle, English actor
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Caricature of J D Stoyle, English actor
Caricature of James D Stoyle (1831-1880), English character actor and comedian, seen here in the character of Ben Barnacle in a production of Billee Taylor by Stephens and Solomon at the Imperial Theatre, London. The song he sang, All on Account of Eliza, was whistled all over London.
1880
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Media ID 14310321
© Terry Parker / Mary Evans Picture Library
Account Barnacle Bryan Character Comedian Eliza Entracte Sailor Solomon Song Stephens Taylor Whiskers
Greetings Card Large (A4)
Introducing the charming addition to our Media Storehouse Greetings Cards collection: a caricature of the English character actor and comedian, J.D. Stoyle. Known for his memorable roles on the Victorian stage, including his portrayal of Ben Barnacle in Billee Taylor, this humorous card design features a witty caricature by Terry Parker from the Mary Evans Picture Library. Perfect for the theatre lover or anyone who appreciates a good laugh, this card is sure to bring a smile to the recipient's face. Order now and add a touch of classic English humor to your correspondence.
Create your own large greetings card. Size when folded is A4 (21x30cm or 8.3x11.7 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 29.7cm (8.3" x 11.7")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 29.7cm (16.5" x 11.7")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This caricature depicts James D. Stoyle, a prominent English character actor and comedian, in the role of Ben Barnacle from the production of "Billee Taylor" by Stephens and Solomon at the Imperial Theatre in London during the late Victorian era, around 1880. Dressed in a sailor uniform and donning an extravagant hat adorned with flowers, Stoyle's portrayal of Barnacle was met with much acclaim and controversy. The character of Ben Barnacle was known for his boisterous and comical antics, and Stoyle's rendition of the song "All on Account of Eliza" during an entracte became a sensation, drawing both admiration and derision from London audiences. The song, which told the tale of Barnacle's infatuation with a woman named Eliza, was whistled and jeered at throughout the city, adding to the notoriety of the production. Stoyle's expressive face, complete with bushy whiskers and a determined gaze, is captured perfectly in this caricature. His sword, held aloft and ready for action, adds to the theatricality of the image. The artist, Terry Parker, masterfully conveys the energy and charisma of Stoyle's performance, making this caricature a fascinating glimpse into the world of Victorian theatre and the captivating career of this English character actor.
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