Paintings, Prints & Drawings — C. 1820
Mr Knight as Frank Oatland
This etching depicts a Mr Edward Knight (1774-1826) known for his comic performances in particular a repertory of pert footmen, cunning rustics, country boys and decrepit old men. While playing Frank Oatland in Thomas Morton's A Cure for the Heartache he was seen and engaged by Nunns, the manager of the Stafford theatre. He stayed in Stafford for some years, increasing in reputation and then moved to London in 1809.
George Cruikshank (1792-1878) was a prolific caricature artist who produced a alarge number of drawings for illustrated books as well as free standing prints.
- Category:
- Paintings, Prints & Drawings
- Object ID:
- 89.16
- Object name:
- Mr Knight as Frank Oatland
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- Artist/Maker:
- Cruikshank, George
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- Production date:
- c. 1820
- Material:
paper, ink
- Measurements/duration:
- H 177 mm, W 103 mm (paper)
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- Record quality:
- 100%
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- Owner Status & Credit:
Permanent collection
- Copyright holder:
digital image © London Museum
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