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Mr. E. Davenport - from a daguerreotype by Mayall, 1854. Creator: Unknown
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Mr. E. Davenport - from a daguerreotype by Mayall, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Mr. E. Davenport - from a daguerreotype by Mayall, 1854. Portrait of American actor Edward Loomis Davenport....in December, 1849, he appeared in conjunction with [Anna Cora Mowatt] at the Theatre Royal, Manchester, in the "Lady of Lyons." The press awarded him unqualified praise, as the best American actor who had visited England. His nightly triumphs beside the eminent Macready; his great successes when placed in the scale with G. Y. Brooke; and his marked excellence when standing alone, all give sanction to this one opinion; and he now returns to his native land, bearing with him the best wishes of troops of friends...'. From "Illustrated London News", 1854
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This black and white portrait depicts Edward Loomis Davenport, an esteemed American actor who graced the stages of both America and Britain during the 19th century. The image, captured through the innovative process of a daguerreotype by the renowned English photographer John Jabez Edwin Mayall in 1854, immortalizes Davenport's striking features and theatrical presence. Davenport's acting career began to flourish in 1849 when he appeared alongside the renowned Anna Cora Mowatt at the Theatre Royal in Manchester, England, in the production of "The Lady of Lyons." The British press bestowed upon him unanimous acclaim, heralding him as the finest American actor to have graced the English stage. His electrifying performances alongside acting legends such as William Macready, G.Y. Brooke, and standing alone, solidified his reputation as a formidable thespian. As a result of his triumphant run in England, Davenport returned to his homeland, the United States, with the warm wishes and admiration of countless fans. This portrait, published in the prestigious "Illustrated London News" in 1854, serves as a testament to Davenport's remarkable talent and the impact he left on the world of 19th-century entertainment. John Jabez Edwin Mayall, the mastermind behind this exquisite portrait, was a prolific English photographer known for his striking portraits of famous personalities. His innovative techniques and artistic vision brought the essence of his subjects to life, making this portrait of Edward Loomis Davenport a priceless piece of history.
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