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Poster Print : John Neville as Hamlet and Judi Dench as Ophelia in 1957
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John Neville as Hamlet and Judi Dench as Ophelia in 1957
John Neville as Hamlet and Judi Dench as Ophelia in play Hamlet at the Old Vic Theatre - 1957
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Media ID 19959612
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1950s Actors Actresses B And W Fifties Mail Newspapers Northcliffe Collection Theatre Vintage
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
"Experience the timeless beauty of Shakespeare's most iconic tragic love story with this stunning poster print featuring John Neville as Hamlet and Judi Dench as Ophelia. Captured in 1957 during their electrifying performance at the Old Vic Theatre, this captivating image by RON STILLING from The Northcliffe Collection brings the intensity and passion of the play to life. Add this exquisite piece to your home or office to inspire creativity, ignite conversation, and evoke the emotion of a classic theatrical production."
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 51.9cm x 42cm (20.4" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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
This print from The Northcliffe Collection takes us back to the enchanting world of 1950s theatre. In this iconic image, we witness the incredible talent of John Neville as Hamlet and Judi Dench as Ophelia in their unforgettable performance at the Old Vic Theatre in 1957. Neville's portrayal of Hamlet is nothing short of mesmerizing. His intense gaze captures the essence of Shakespeare's tormented prince, while his commanding presence exudes both vulnerability and strength. Dench, on the other hand, embodies Ophelia with delicate grace and emotional depth. Her expressive eyes convey a profound sense of sorrow and innocence that tugs at our heartstrings. The vintage aesthetic adds an air of nostalgia to this remarkable snapshot, transporting us to a bygone era where live performances held audiences spellbound night after night. The monochrome tones lend a timeless quality to the image, emphasizing the enduring power of these legendary actors' performances. As we admire this piece from RON STILLING's collection, we are reminded not only of their exceptional acting abilities but also their contribution to shaping theatrical history during one of its most illustrious decades. This photograph serves as a testament to their undeniable talent and serves as a reminder that great art transcends time itself.
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