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Scene from the "Devil's Ring", at Drury-Lane Theatre, 1850. Creator: Unknown. Scene from the "Devil's Ring", at Drury-Lane Theatre, 1850. Creator: Unknown
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Scene from the "Devil's Ring", at Drury-Lane Theatre, 1850. Creator: Unknown. Scene from the "Devil's Ring", at Drury-Lane Theatre, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Scene from the "Devil's Ring", at Drury-Lane Theatre, [London], 1850. Miss Nelson, as the enchanted Princess, in...the scene of the re-capture of the Princess, and her descent over the Niagara Fall into the City of Fountains...The scenery is of the most ambitious order; presenting celebrated subjects painted on a magnificent scale, but not always with the sense of illusion. Particularly deficient in this attribute were the Falls of Niagara... From "Illustrated London News", 1850
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This image hails from the hallowed halls of Drury-Lane Theatre in London during the Victorian era, circa 1850. The scene depicted is from the play 'The Devil's Ring,' and it showcases the enchanting Miss Nelson, who portrays the captivated Princess. In this moment, she is being re-captured and making her descent over the Niagara Falls into the City of Fountains. The scenery, of the most ambitious order, is presented on a grand scale, but not always with the desired sense of illusion. The Falls of Niagara, a natural phenomenon of unparalleled beauty and power, serve as the backdrop for this theatrical spectacle. The actors, including George Herbert Rodwell, who likely played a significant role in this production, bring the scene to life with their gestures and expressions. The image, published in the Illustrated London News, offers a glimpse into the world of 19th-century acting and entertainment. The print, an engraving from the era, captures the essence of the playhouse experience, where the audience was transported to far-off lands and fantastical realms through the power of live performance. The image is a testament to the unique and unusual world of Victorian theatre, where illusion and reality intertwined to create a magical experience for the masses.
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