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Samson by Henri Bernstein
Promotional postcard for Samson by Henri Bernstein. First produced Grand Theatre, Swansea, 25th January and Garrick Theatre, 3rd February 1909. Bourchiers character metaphorically brings down the pillars of the Paris Stock Exchange. The Eiffel Tower in the distance. The original French version of the play was first produced in Paris at the Theatre de la Renaissance, 6th November 1907, and in London at the Adelphi Theatre, 2nd July 1909 Date: 1909
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Cities Eiffel Garrick Henri Panto Pantomime Pillar Pillars Promotional Samson Bernstein
18x24 inch Poster Print
Experience the power and drama of biblical hero Samson, brought to life through the artistic lens of Henri Bernstein in our Media Storehouse Poster Prints collection. This iconic image, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the intensity of the moment as Samson defies his captors in a production of Samson and Delilah at the Grand Theatre in Swansea and Garrick Theatre in 1909. Add this stunning piece of theatre history to your home or office decor and let the story of Samson inspire you every day.
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Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 61.5cm x 40cm (24.2" x 15.7")
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step into the magical world of Samson, brought to life in this promotional postcard from the 1909 production at the Garrick Theatre in London. The image showcases renowned French actor Bourchier, portraying the biblical hero Samson, in a dramatic moment of triumph. With the backdrop of the iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris, Bourchier metaphorically brings down the pillars of the Paris Stock Exchange, symbolizing the power of one man against the forces of the city. This theatrical masterpiece, written by Henri Bernstein, first premiered in Paris at the Theatre de la Renaissance on November 6, 1907, and later graced the stage of the Adelphi Theatre in London on July 2, 1909. The production at the Garrick Theatre, opening on February 3, 1909, marked another successful run of this popular pantomime (panto) in the 1900s. Henri Bernstein's Samson was a theatrical sensation that entertained audiences across Europe, leaving a lasting impact on the world of theatre. This postcard serves as a testament to the enduring appeal of this classic play, which continues to captivate and inspire generations of theatre-goers. Experience the magic of Samson, as brought to life by the inimitable Bourchier, in this stunning promotional image from a bygone era of popular entertainment.
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