Toneelpersonages 1827 - 1894

"Toneelpersonages" (1827-1894) by M. Hemeleers-van Houter is a collection of 24 individual illustrations depicting characters from a play. Created using a colorful, hand-painted style, the artwork is a fine example of 19th-century theatrical illustration. Each character is presented in a distinct pose and attire, offering a glimpse into the costumes and characters of the stage during the 19th century. This piece is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, a renowned repository of Dutch art and culture, and provides valuable insight into the history of theatre.