This postcard features a close-up portrait of British stage and film actress, Miss Ethel Oliver. She is wearing a costume from one of her performances. Little information is readily available about Miss Oliver. She is listed as being a chorus member in the play at the Gaiety Theater, “The Orchid” (1903), In 1917, Oliver starred in the musical comedy “Pomponette at the Newcastle upon Tyne Theatre Royal. The IMDb reports that she acted in two films; “The Return” (1921) and “A Soul’s Awakening” (1922). Oliver was also a dancer. She was a sitter for twelve portraits in Britain’s National Portrait Gallery. The card was issued by Rapid Photo Co. (no.3387) in its “New Process – Silverprint Series”, a glossy, high-quality photographic line printed in England during the Edwardian era (circa 1905-1910 for this view). This card has been posted and has a 1908 postmark. In regard to condition, the card is very nice for its age. The card has rich tonal range and sharp detail. There is only minor corner wear (see scans).
This vintage Postcard is available for purchase at my store, The History Peddler, for $16.00 or best offer.
Interested collectors may view the listing here:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/236833241846
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