Tearle Dressed as Scotch Chief of the 18th Century, from the set Actors and Actresses, First Series (N70) for Duke brand cigarettes 1888 - 1889
wdukesonsco
themetropolitanmuseumofart
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toned paper
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yellowing background
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caricature
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coloured pencil
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men
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animal drawing portrait
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watercolour illustration
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fine art portrait
This lithograph, part of the "Actors and Actresses" series for Duke brand cigarettes, portrays the actor Tearle dressed in the attire of a 18th-century Scottish chief. The image, created by W. Duke, Sons & Co., shows Tearle in a blue cap adorned with flowers, a brown jacket, and a blue plaid scarf. The intricate details and vibrant colors of the lithograph capture the essence of historical costuming and create a visual appeal for collectors of cigarette cards and theater memorabilia.
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