Enacting Collection

Advert, The Ampico piano, Regent Street, London
Advert, The Ampico, The Supreme Re-enacting Piano, Regent House, Regent Street, London Date: 1927

An embroidered hanging of red wool facecloth with rows of figures enacting the life of
1767186 An embroidered hanging of red wool facecloth with rows of figures enacting the life of Joseph (wool) by Persian School

Illustration, Bottom as Pyramus
Illustration, A Midsummer Nights Dream, Bottom as Pyramus in the play within a play. 19th century

Fair Rosamunds Bower (chromolitho)
1051387 Fair Rosamunds Bower (chromolitho) by Gow, Mary L. (1851-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fair Rosamunds Bower)

Falstaff enacting the part of the King (engraving)
1093015 Falstaff enacting the part of the King (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Falstaff enacting the part of the King)

Coronation of George IV
View depicting the Coronation of George IV in Westminster Hall enacting the Champions Challenge, a feudal ritual

Festival of Empire exhibition, Pageant of London, 1911
Citizens of London as the living history of London City: the pageant at the Festival of Empire at the Crystal Palace. 1. visitors to the court of Queen Elizabeth: chiefs and women from afar; 2

Canterbury Festival Pageant
The first Archbishop of Canterbury, St Augustine, blessing King Ethelbert and his queen in a scene from the Canterbury Festival Pageant

Medical training dummy. This equipment is being used in gynaecological training, to enable birth complications to be dealt with more efficiently

Henry Iv / Falstaff / King
Sir John Falstaff enacting the part of the King Act I Scene IV

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"Enacting the Past: A Glimpse into Historical Spectacles and Artistic Performances" Step back in time with this captivating advert, taking you to Regent Street, London. The Ampico piano sets the stage for a mesmerizing journey through various historical events. Transport yourself to the Festival of Empire exhibition, Pageant of London in 1911, where grandeur and splendor were on full display. Witness the vibrant colors and intricate details of an embroidered hanging depicting figures enacting different aspects of life. Immerse yourself in Shakespearean drama as illustrated by Bottom as Pyramus or Falstaff brilliantly enacting the part of the King. These timeless characters come alive through enchanting engravings and chromolithos like Fair Rosamunds Bower. Experience history unfolding before your eyes at significant moments such as George IV's Coronation or Canterbury Festival Pageant. These celebrations brought communities together, showcasing their pride and heritage. Hamlet takes center stage once again as we witness actors passionately performing scenes from this iconic play during the Canterbury Festival Pageant or Eugene Delacroix's painting capturing players enacting Hamlet's poisoning scene. Lastly, pay homage to Sir Frank Whittle, whose groundbreaking invention revolutionized aviation forever. His visionary spirit embodies the essence of "enacting, " pushing boundaries and shaping our future. Join us on this extraordinary journey through time as we celebrate artistry, culture, history, and innovation – all beautifully captured within these hints from various eras. Let your imagination soar as you delve into these remarkable moments that have shaped our world today.