Macbeth_Mr Macready as Macbeth

DESCRIPTION: This image depicts a moment in time featuring the renowned British actor William Charles Macready (1793–1873) in his celebrated role as Macbeth.  This specific portrait is an antique engraving dating from the mid-C19. Macready was known for his realistic acting style and was a dominant figure on the London stage during the Victorian era.  His rivalry with American actor Edwin Forrest culminated in the Astor Place Riot in New York in 1849, while Macready was performing the role of Macbeth! STYLE: Engraving COLOUR: Monochrome SIZE (cm): 16 x 26 CREATORS: Sherratt after Tracey PUBLICATION: The Complete Works of Shakespeare PUBLISHER: London: The London Printing & Publishing Company DATE: c1880 COMMENTS: Excellent condition SUBJECT: Shakespeare PACKAGE: Single one-sided sheet in acid-free mount, flat & unfolded inside hard-backed envelope. Royal Mail Tracked 24 included. Note: Images are provided for illustration purposes only and are intended to show the complete printed product, including any imperfections of age that may be present. Frames or props shown in the images are for display purposes only and are not included with your purchase.