Actrice Susannah Maria Cibber in de rol van Cordelia 1755 - 1764

This etching by Pieter van Bleeck, created between 1755 and 1764, depicts the famous actress Susannah Maria Cibber in the role of Cordelia from Shakespeare's King Lear. The image captures a dramatic moment from the play, where Cordelia is being led away by two figures while a figure representing a storm approaches from above. The scene is rendered in a detailed and expressive style, with an emphasis on capturing the emotions of the characters. The etching offers insight into the world of 18th-century theater and highlights the popularity of Shakespeare's work in the period.