1900 Lithograph Art John Baldwin Buckstone Launcelot Gobbo Shakespeare SRP1

"Mr. Buckstone as Launcelot Gobbo"

This is an original 1900 two-color lithograph of a portrait of English stage actor, playwright, and comedian, John Baldwin Buckstone (1802-1879), dressed in costume for his role as Launcelot Gobbo in "The Merchant of Venice" by William Shakespeare.

CONDITION

This 113+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. Light water stain - bottom margin.

• Product Type: Original Lithograph; Two-Color
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 7 x 9 inches; 18 x 23 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Period Paper is proud to present a collection of antique lithographs of all things Shakespeare, including scene from his plays, playbills, famous Shakespearean actors and actresses, and historic landmarks associated with his plays. This rare collection of lithographs are from the Connoisseur Edition, No. 389, which was published for private circulation in 1900. To continue browsing this collection, simply click on the link provided beneath the condition paragraph.

Keywords specific to this image: Theater

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