Edwardian Postcard Vanbrugh & Bourchier No.85G Ellis & Walery

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Edwardian Postcard Vanbrugh & Bourchier No.85G Ellis & Walery

Atmospheric Edwardian postcard depicting Violet Vanbrugh and Arthur Bourchier, luminaries of the Victorian stage, in a rare theatrical portrait by Ellis & Walery.

Measurements: approx. 3 1/2 x 5 1/2 inches
Dates: December 5, 1906
Condition: In decent vintage condition. Please inspect images for quality.
Internal notes: QC passed

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A quiet moment of theatrical intimacy is captured in this richly toned real photograph postcard — Miss Violet Vanbrugh leans in towards Mr Arthur Bourchier, caught in an evocative pose that hints at performance and private reflection alike. The deep shadows, floral backdrop and Edwardian attire imbue the image with both romanticism and gravity, typical of early 20th-century studio portraiture.

Produced by Ellis & Walery, one of London’s foremost theatrical photographers, this postcard (No. 85G) showcases two titans of the English stage. Vanbrugh, known for her Shakespearean roles and commanding stage presence, frequently performed opposite her real-life husband, Bourchier — himself a celebrated actor-manager and noted theatrical innovator. Postmarked Manchester, December 5, 1906, this card was part of a wide-reaching effort to bring celebrated performers to the public through collectable portraiture.

This is more than an Edwardian keepsake — it’s a visual fragment of British theatrical heritage. Owning such a piece allows modern collectors to connect with the artistry, romance, and public reverence surrounding stage performers of a bygone era. A beautiful addition to any archive of early 20th-century drama, photographic ephemera, or Shakespearean history.

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