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Engraved Portrait of Peg Woffington, as Mrs Ford, Full Length, in landscape, after J. Haytley by G.S. Shury.
MRS MARGARET WOFFINGTON [1720-1760] Irish Actress.

  • Engraved Portrait of  Peg Woffington, as Mrs Ford, Full Length, in landscape, after J. Haytley by G.S. Shury.

Mezzotint, on laid India paper,

Margaret Woffington, known as 'Peg' Woffington, took leading roles in Dublin and London. 'Peg' was supreme in comic parts, but was also celebrated for her Shakespearean roles. She was known for her bitter rivalries with other actresses (she stabbed Mrs Bellamy during a performance), and for her supposed love affairs, most notably with David Garrick who wrote 'My Lovely Peggy' and other songs for her.

Mezzotint, on laid India paper,

Margaret Woffington, known as 'Peg' Woffington, took leading roles in Dublin and London. 'Peg' was supreme in comic parts, but was also celebrated for her Shakespearean roles. She was known for her bitter rivalries with other actresses (she stabbed Mrs Bellamy during a performance), and for her supposed love affairs, most notably with David Garrick who wrote 'My Lovely Peggy' and other songs for her.

Condition
Publication J. Noseda, 1875. 9.5in x 6.5in. Sheet size 20 x 13.5in. Fine impression. Not in British Museum or National Portrait Gallery.
  • Product Code: RGW20481
  • Availability: In Stock
  • £15.00