FORBES ROBERTSON Actor Portrait The Rotograph Co. N.Y. Real Photo Postcard-image
FORBES ROBERTSON Actor Portrait The Rotograph Co. N.Y. Real Photo Postcard-image

FORBES ROBERTSON Actor Portrait The Rotograph Co. N.Y. Real Photo Postcard

$ 10.44

Type: Real Photo (RPPC) Original/Licensed Reprint: Original brand: The Rotograph Co., N. Y. City Unit Type: Unit Subject: Actors Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1919 Unit of Sale: Single Unit Region: New York Postage Condition: Unposted Features: Real Photo Material: Cardboard Era: Divided Back (c. 1907-1915) Featured Person: Forbes Robertson Signed: No Country: United States Brand/Publisher: The Rotograph Co., N. Y. City Country of Origin: United States Unit Quantity: 1 Number of Items in Set: 1

Description

FORBES ROBERTSON Actor Portrait The Rotograph Co. N.Y. Real Photo Postcard. This exquisite vintage real photo postcard features a striking profile portrait of the celebrated British actor, Sir Johnston Forbes-Robertson. Known for his captivating stage presence and classical roles, Forbes-Robertson is depicted in what appears to be a theatrical costume, complete with a dark draped garment and an ornate chain collar, hinting at a dramatic character portrayal. The sepia-toned photograph captures the intensity and elegance of the actor, making it a compelling piece for collectors of theatrical memorabilia and early 20th-century portraiture. Published by The Rotograph Co., N. Y. City, a prominent postcard manufacturer of the era, this card showcases the high-quality photographic printing techniques characteristic of real photo postcards from the early 1900s. The detail in the subject's expression and attire, combined with the distinctive publisher, highlights its historical significance as a window into the golden age of theater and early celebrity culture. This collectible postcard is a testament to the enduring legacy of one of the stage's most revered figures.

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