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Old actor living off past glories
Hasn t worked in years... Young Actor: " Hello! Guv nor. Doing anything?" Ols Stager: " No, my boy. As a fact of fact, I ve done nothing since Poor Mac died!" Young actor: " Mac? What Mac? MacDermott?" Old Stager: " NO! Macready! You bloomin mushroom!!" William Charles Macready ) was an English actor, who is clearly being name-checked in his scene!! Date: 1902
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Media ID 11575041
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Acting Actors Defensive Drunk Drunkard Faded Glories Living Macready Memories Past Phil Raincoat 1902
20"x16" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Revisit the golden age of Hollywood with our exclusive Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring this poignant moment between an old actor, long past his prime, and a young, eager actor from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive. This evocative image, captured by a Rights Managed photographer, brings the nostalgic charm of the film industry's history right into your home. Each Metal Print is meticulously crafted with vibrant colors and stunning detail, ensuring a timeless piece of art that tells a story of its own. Bring a touch of classic cinema to your living space and ignite conversations with this captivating piece.
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Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this intriguing and humorous turn-of-the-century caricature from Mary Evans Prints Online, we find an old actor, William Charles Macready, deep in thought at a dimly lit bar. The young actor, with a curious expression, approaches him, asking, "Hello! Guv'nor. Doing anything?" The old man, wearing a dark raincoat and looking rather defensive, replies, "No, my boy. As a fact, I've done nothing since Mac died!" The young actor, perplexed, asks, "Mac? What Mac?" The old man's eyes narrow, and he exclaims, "NO! Macready! You bloomin' mushroom!" William Charles Macready (1793-1873) was an English actor of great renown, celebrated for his Shakespearean performances. However, as the years passed and the spotlight began to fade, Macready found himself living off his past glories. The caricature captures the poignant moment of a once-great actor, now lost in the mists of time, clinging to the memories of his former success. The image, created in 1902, is a poignant reminder of the transient nature of fame and the passage of time. The old actor's melancholic expression and the young actor's curious gaze create a sense of intrigue and wonder, inviting us to ponder the lives of these two men and the stories they might have to tell. Whether you're a fan of theatre history or simply appreciate a good caricature, this print is a must-have for any collection. With its rich detail and timeless themes, it's a window into the past that continues to captivate and inspire.
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