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Actress Collection (#10)

"Captivating Actresses

Background imageActress Collection: Saharet, 1899 (heliograph)

Saharet, 1899 (heliograph)
8915099 Saharet, 1899 (heliograph) by Lenbach, Franz Seraph von (1836-1904); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: Saharet)

Background imageActress Collection: Louis Devrient, 1870 (lithograph)

Louis Devrient, 1870 (lithograph)
8914915 Louis Devrient, 1870 (lithograph) by Rohrbach, Paul (1817-c.1862); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: Louis Devrient)

Background imageActress Collection: Actress of the Comedie Francaise (red chalk on paper)

Actress of the Comedie Francaise (red chalk on paper)
XIR418333 Actress of the Comedie Francaise (red chalk on paper) by Spoede, Jean Jacques (1680-1757); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Background imageActress Collection: 'The Rivals' by Sheridan

'The Rivals' by Sheridan
3749542 'The Rivals' by Sheridan; (add.info.: The Rivals' by Richard Brinsley Sheridan, with Kate Cutler as Lydia Languish (14 August 1864-14 May 1955)

Background imageActress Collection: 'Arsene Lupin'

'Arsene Lupin'
3749531 'Arsene Lupin'; (add.info.: Arsene Lupin' by M. Francis de Croisset and Maurice Leblanc. With Gerald du Maurier as The Duc de Charmerace (26 March 1873-11 April 1934)

Background imageActress Collection: 'The Dollar Princess'

'The Dollar Princess'
3749529 'The Dollar Princess'; (add.info.: The Dollar Princess' by A. M. Willner and Fritz Grunbaum, music be Leo Fall)

Background imageActress Collection: 'The Arcadians'

'The Arcadians'
3749512 'The Arcadians'; (add.info.: The Arcadians' by Mark Ambient, Alexander Thompson, Lionel Monckton and Howard Talbot)

Background imageActress Collection: 'Our Miss Gibbs'

'Our Miss Gibbs'
3749510 'Our Miss Gibbs'; (add.info.: 'Our Miss Gibbs' by Adrian Ross, Percy Greenbank, Ivan Caryll and Lionel Monckton)

Background imageActress Collection: 'The Woman in the Case'

'The Woman in the Case'
3749518 'The Woman in the Case'; (add.info.: The Woman in the Case' by Clyde Fitch, with Grace Lane as Margaret Rolfe (1876-1956)

Background imageActress Collection: Orson Welles reading text of 'War of the Worlds' by HG Wells during CBS radio broadcast in October

Orson Welles reading text of "War of the Worlds" by HG Wells during CBS radio broadcast in October 1938
1708936 Orson Welles reading text of "War of the Worlds" by HG Wells during CBS radio broadcast in October 1938; (add.info)

Background imageActress Collection: Portrait of Ann Brown in the Role of Miranda (?), 1770. Creator: Johan Zoffany

Portrait of Ann Brown in the Role of Miranda (?), 1770. Creator: Johan Zoffany
Portrait of Ann Brown in the Role of Miranda (?), 1770.

Background imageActress Collection: Mr. and Mrs. A. Belmont; Mrs. B. Duncan, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service

Mr. and Mrs. A. Belmont; Mrs. B. Duncan, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Mr. and Mrs. A. Belmont; Mrs. B. Duncan, between c1910 and c1915. Shows English actress Eleanor Robson Belmont (1879-1979).

Background imageActress Collection: Rehearsal, Futurist Play House, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service

Rehearsal, Futurist Play House, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Rehearsal, Futurist Play House, between c1910 and c1915.

Background imageActress Collection: Mrs. Geo. Gould & Buckmaster on polo field, 1911. Creator: Bain News Service

Mrs. Geo. Gould & Buckmaster on polo field, 1911. Creator: Bain News Service
Mrs. Geo. Gould & Buckmaster on polo field, 1911.

Background imageActress Collection: Alexandra Carlisle as 'Georgiana Vesey', 1911. Creator: Bain News Service

Alexandra Carlisle as "Georgiana Vesey", 1911. Creator: Bain News Service
Alexandra Carlisle as "Georgiana Vesey", 1911.

Background imageActress Collection: Mrs. Stuart Robson, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service

Mrs. Stuart Robson, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
Mrs. Stuart Robson, 1910.

Background imageActress Collection: Edith Lyle, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service

Edith Lyle, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
Edith Lyle, 1910.

Background imageActress Collection: Georgette Leblanc, 1911. Creator: Bain News Service

Georgette Leblanc, 1911. Creator: Bain News Service
Georgette Leblanc, 1911.

Background imageActress Collection: Kitty Gordon in loveseat, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service

Kitty Gordon in loveseat, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
Kitty Gordon in loveseat, 1910.

Background imageActress Collection: De Rigny and Tety Langy holding dogs, D'Alveres and brother, Oscar and Stella Hammerstein, 1910

De Rigny and Tety Langy holding dogs, D'Alveres and brother, Oscar and Stella Hammerstein, 1910.

Background imageActress Collection: Mme. Marguerite-Durand seated, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service

Mme. Marguerite-Durand seated, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
Mme. Marguerite-Durand seated, 1910.

Background imageActress Collection: Ida Conquest, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service

Ida Conquest, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
Ida Conquest, 1910.

Background imageActress Collection: Paula Marr and Wm. Collier holding picture, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service

Paula Marr and Wm. Collier holding picture, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
Paula Marr and Wm. Collier holding picture, 1910.

Background imageActress Collection: Hazell M. Cox, White, N.Y., 1910. Creator: Bain News Service

Hazell M. Cox, White, N.Y., 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
Hazell M. Cox, White, N.Y., 1910.

Background imageActress Collection: Laura Hall and Orrin Johnson embracing, scene form Children of Destiny, White Photo, 1910

Laura Hall and Orrin Johnson embracing, scene form Children of Destiny, White Photo, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
Laura Hall and Orrin Johnson embracing, scene form Children of Destiny, White Photo, 1910.

Background imageActress Collection: S. Bernhardt with elaborate headdress, 1912. Creator: Bain News Service

S. Bernhardt with elaborate headdress, 1912. Creator: Bain News Service
S. Bernhardt with elaborate headdress, 1912.

Background imageActress Collection: Laura Hall and Orrin Johnson embracing, scene form Children of Destiny, White N.Y. Photo, 1913

Laura Hall and Orrin Johnson embracing, scene form Children of Destiny, White N.Y. Photo, 1913.

Background imageActress Collection: Katherine Kaelred standing before chair, Moffett Studio in Chicago, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service

Katherine Kaelred standing before chair, Moffett Studio in Chicago, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
Katherine Kaelred standing before chair, Moffett Studio in Chicago, 1910.

Background imageActress Collection: Gertrude Elliott posing with arm outstretched, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service

Gertrude Elliott posing with arm outstretched, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
Gertrude Elliott posing with arm outstretched, 1910.

Background imageActress Collection: Celia Claud on stage, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service

Celia Claud on stage, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
Celia Claud on stage, 1910.

Background imageActress Collection: Mrs. G. Gould, Jay Gould, Marjorie Gould, and Geo. Gould, in boat deck, 1911

Mrs. G. Gould, Jay Gould, Marjorie Gould, and Geo. Gould, in boat deck, 1911. Creator: Bain News Service
Mrs. G. Gould, Jay Gould, Marjorie Gould, and Geo. Gould, in boat deck, 1911.

Background imageActress Collection: Mabel Taliaferro, 1913. Creators: Bain News Service, George Graham Bain

Mabel Taliaferro, 1913. Creators: Bain News Service, George Graham Bain
Mabel Taliaferro, 1913.

Background imageActress Collection: Mrs. Geo. Cornwallis West, 1913. Creator: Bain News Service

Mrs. Geo. Cornwallis West, 1913. Creator: Bain News Service
Mrs. Geo. Cornwallis West, 1913.

Background imageActress Collection: Betty Nansen, 1905. Creator: Anders Leonard Zorn

Betty Nansen, 1905. Creator: Anders Leonard Zorn
Betty Nansen, 1905. Betty Nansen (1873-1943) was a celebrated Danish actress (both stage and film) and director; one of Copenhagen's principal theatres - which she herself managed - bears her

Background imageActress Collection: Woman With A Fan, c1879. Creator: Pierre-Auguste Renoir

Woman With A Fan, c1879. Creator: Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Woman With A Fan, c1879. The actress Jeanne Samary may have posed for this painting in her cheerfully decorated dressing room at the Comedie-Francaise, a theater in Paris.She holds an uchiwa fan

Background imageActress Collection: Francine J. M. Clark, 1921-22. Creator: William Newenham Montague Orpen

Francine J. M. Clark, 1921-22. Creator: William Newenham Montague Orpen
Francine J. M. Clark, 1921-22.

Background imageActress Collection: Kitty Cheatham & Soller, 1917. Creator: Bain News Service

Kitty Cheatham & Soller, 1917. Creator: Bain News Service
Kitty Cheatham & Soller, 1917. Shows American singer and actress Katherine "Kitty" Cheatham (1864-1946) with Swedish musician and conductor Edla So¨ller

Background imageActress Collection: Kitty Cheatham [with her book], 1916. Creator: Bain News Service

Kitty Cheatham [with her book], 1916. Creator: Bain News Service
Kitty Cheatham [with her book], 1916. Shows American singer and actress Katherine "Kitty" Cheatham (1864-1946) seated, looking at her book "Kitty Cheatham, her Book."

Background imageActress Collection: Mme. Revyl & Jane Lory, 1918. Creator: Bain News Service

Mme. Revyl & Jane Lory, 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Mme. Revyl & Jane Lory, 1918. Shows Simone Revyl and Jane Lory, French actors and members of the The´Theatre du Vieux-Colombier

Background imageActress Collection: Mary Moore and Sir Chas. Wyndham on boat deck, 1916. Creator: Bain News Service

Mary Moore and Sir Chas. Wyndham on boat deck, 1916. Creator: Bain News Service
Mary Moore and Sir Chas. Wyndham on boat deck, 1916.

Background imageActress Collection: Paula Blackton, Nancy Palmer, between c1915 and c1920. Creator: Bain News Service

Paula Blackton, Nancy Palmer, between c1915 and c1920. Creator: Bain News Service
Paula Blackton, Nancy Palmer, between c1915 and c1920.

Background imageActress Collection: Violet Romer, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service

Violet Romer, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Violet Romer, between c1910 and c1915.

Background imageActress Collection: Mrs. W.E. Corey, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service

Mrs. W.E. Corey, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Mrs. W.E. Corey, between c1910 and c1915. Shows stage actress Mabelle Gilman Corey (1882?-1966) who was the second wife of William Ellis Corey, president of U.S. Steel.

Background imageActress Collection: Méry Laurent Wearing A Small Toque, 1882. Creator: Edouard Manet

Méry Laurent Wearing A Small Toque, 1882. Creator: Edouard Manet
Mery Laurent Wearing A Small Toque, 1882. Portrait of the actress and singer Mery Laurent.

Background imageActress Collection: Helen Royton, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service

Helen Royton, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Helen Royton, between c1910 and c1915.

Background imageActress Collection: Billie Burke, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service

Billie Burke, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Billie Burke, between c1910 and c1915.

Background imageActress Collection: Grace George sells bonds, between c1915 and 1918. Creator: Bain News Service

Grace George sells bonds, between c1915 and 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Grace George sells bonds, between c1915 and 1918. Alice Fischer and Grace George selling bonds in the Liberty Theatre at the New York Public Library during World War I.

Background imageActress Collection: Scene From 'Arrah-Na-Pogue', at the Princess's Theatre, 1865. Creator: Unknown

Scene From "Arrah-Na-Pogue", at the Princess's Theatre, 1865. Creator: Unknown
Scene From "Arrah-Na-Pogue", at the Princess's Theatre, 1865. London stage production. 'The beautiful scene which we have selected for one of our Illustrations will be recognised




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"Captivating Actresses: From Ginger Rogers' Graceful Moves with Fred Astaire to Barbra Streisand's Roller Skating Talents" Step back in time and witness the mesmerizing world of actresses who have left an indelible mark on entertainment history. In the enchanting realm of dance, Ginger Rogers effortlessly glides across the floor, her partner Fred Astaire matching her every step. Their chemistry is undeniable, captivating audiences with their seamless performances. Meanwhile, young Cub Scouts eagerly participate in Operation Shoeshine, learning valuable lessons about responsibility and service. These future leaders embrace a sense of duty as they shine shoes for others, embodying the spirit of community. In another corner of Hollywood's golden era, a Shirley Temple doll becomes an emblematic symbol of innocence and charm. This beloved child star enchants hearts worldwide with her infectious smile and undeniable talent. The Marx Brothers bring laughter to life aboard a ship in "A Night at the Opera. " As some members of the crew join them in their cabin escapades, hilarity ensues. Their comedic genius transcends language barriers and generations alike. Charlie Chaplin takes center stage alongside Paulette Goddard in "Modern Times, " leaving an everlasting imprint on cinema history. Through his iconic character portrayal and poignant storytelling, Chaplin captures both laughter and tears within a single frame. Television screens come alive with the timeless Western series "Gunsmoke. " Cast members Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake, and Dennis Weaver captivate viewers as they navigate through thrilling adventures set against rugged landscapes. Tallulah Bankhead graces Tatler's front cover in 1925 exuding elegance and sophistication that defines an era. Her magnetic presence leaves readers enchanted by her allure. The Little Rascals steal our hearts as Spanky leads Buckwheat, Mickey Alfalfa, and Darla into mischief-filled adventures that remind us all of childhood innocence during silent film days.