French actor Matis as Oliver Cromwell in Les

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French actor Matis as Oliver Cromwell in Les

French actor Matis as Oliver Cromwell in Les Mousqetaires, by Alexandre Dumas, Theatre de l Ambigu Comique, 1845. Handcoloured lithograph after an illustration by Alexandre Lacauchie from Victor Dollets Galerie Dramatique: Costumes des Theatres de Paris, Paris, 1845

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This handcoloured lithograph showcases French actor Matis in the role of Oliver Cromwell from Alexandre Dumas' classic play "Les Mousquetaires" (The Three Musketeers), performed at the Théâtre de l'Ambigu-Comique in Paris during 1845. The production was based on Dumas' popular novel of the same name, which had been published just a few years prior. Matis masterfully portrays the historical figure of Oliver Cromwell, a prominent English military and political leader during the English Civil War. Cromwell is depicted here in a serious and determined manner, with a stern expression and piercing gaze. He is dressed in the traditional attire of the time, complete with a long, flowing coat, high collar, and a fur-trimmed hat. The illustration was created by Alexandre Lacauchie and published in Victor Dollet's "Galerie Dramatique: Costumes des Théâtres de Paris" (Dramatic Gallery: Costumes of the Paris Theatres). The lithograph offers a glimpse into the theatrical world of the mid-19th century, providing a fascinating look at how Cromwell was portrayed on the stage during this time. The production of "Les Mousquetaires" at the Théâtre de l'Ambigu-Comique was a major success, with Matis' portrayal of Oliver Cromwell earning critical acclaim. The play's popularity helped to solidify the status of "The Three Musketeers" as a classic of French literature and theatre, and this lithograph serves as a testament to the enduring appeal of the story and the talent of Matis as an actor.

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