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Mr. Bannister and Miss Orser, c1780-1825. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
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Mr. Bannister and Miss Orser, c1780-1825. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Mr. Bannister and Miss Orser, c1780-1825. John Bannister was born at Deptford [London], May 12, 1760. He was the son of Charles Bannister, noted English actor, and became famous as a great comedian in his own right. His first appearance was in 1778 at the Haymarket Theater as " Dick" in Murphys farce, The Apprentice. He was known for his great powers of mimicking other actors. It will be remembered that Bannister first met Rowlandson at Dr. Barrows Soho Academy. They remained close friends all their lives. They studied together at the Royal Academy, where Bannister showed talent in painting, but later he abandoned art for the stage. From " The Watercolour Drawings of Thomas Rowlandson from the Albert H. Wiggin Collection in the Boston Public Library" with commentary by Arthur W. Heintzelman. [Watson-Guptill Publications, Inc. New York, 1947]
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Mr. Bannister and Miss Orser, c1780-1825 - A Captivating Friendship
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. This enchanting print captures the timeless bond between Mr. John Bannister and Miss Orser, immortalized by the skilled hand of Thomas Rowlandson. Born into a family of esteemed actors in Deptford, London on May 12,1760, Bannister would carve his own path to fame as a renowned comedian. Bannister's journey began at the Haymarket Theater in 1778 when he made his debut as "Dick" in Murphy's farce, The Apprentice. Known for his extraordinary ability to mimic fellow actors with precision and flair, he quickly became a beloved figure within the theatrical world. It was during their formative years at Dr. Barrows Soho Academy that Bannister first encountered Rowlandson - an encounter that would blossom into a lifelong friendship. Their shared passion for art led them to study together at the Royal Academy; however, destiny had other plans for Bannister as he eventually chose the stage over painting. In this portrait captured by Rowlandson's masterful brushstrokes, we witness Mr. Bannister and Miss Orser engaged in animated conversation against a backdrop of vibrant colors and exquisite attire befitting their era. Every detail is meticulously depicted - from their elegant clothing adorned with ostrich feathers to their expressive hand gestures. Through this remarkable artwork from the Albert H. Wiggin Collection housed within Boston Public Library, we are transported back to an era where entertainment thrived on stage performances filled with wit and charm. It serves as a testament not only to Mr. Bannister's illustrious career but also to enduring friendships forged through shared passions and artistic pursuits.
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