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Antoine Ravel as Robert Macaire, 1855-1859. Creator: Alfred Jacob Miller
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Antoine Ravel as Robert Macaire, 1855-1859. Creator: Alfred Jacob Miller
Antoine Ravel as Robert Macaire, 1855-1859
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1850s Alfred Jacob Miller Character Fictional Character Miller Alfred Jacob Pantomime Ragged Rags Ripped Robert Macaire Swindler Tattered Top Hat Tophat Torn Trousers Walters Art Museum
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Antoine Ravel as Robert Macaire, 1855-1859" is a captivating watercolor painting by Alfred Jacob Miller, showcasing the American actor Antoine Ravel in the character of Robert Macaire. This intriguing image, created during the 1850s, captures Ravel in a full-length portrait, dressed in the tattered and ragged attire of his fictional swindler persona. Robert Macaire was a notorious character from the French pantomime tradition, known for his cunning schemes and deception. In this painting, Ravel embodies the character with an air of confidence, despite his tattered and torn clothing. He wears a long, ragged coat, with ripped trousers and a torn jacket, all in black colour. The actor completes his disheveled appearance with a top hat and a cane, adding to the overall effect of his swindler persona. The painting is a testament to the heritage of American theater and entertainment during the nineteenth century. Antoine Ravel was a popular actor in the United States, performing in various theaters across the country. This painting, created during his tenure, offers a glimpse into the world of American acting during the mid-1800s. The watercolor on cream-colored paper is a masterpiece of Miller's artistic skill. The attention to detail in the folds of Ravel's clothing and the texture of his hat and coat are remarkable. The painting is currently housed in the Walters Art Museum, providing a valuable addition to the museum's collection of nineteenth-century American art. Overall, "Antoine Ravel as Robert Macaire, 1855-1859" is a fascinating glimpse into the world of American acting during the nineteenth century, showcasing the talent and charisma of Antoine Ravel as he embodies the notorious character of Robert Macaire. The painting is a testament to the enduring legacy of American theater and the artistic skill of Alfred Jacob Miller.
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