Jenny Lind. Steel engraving, 18--.
- Date:
- [between 1800 and 1899]
- Reference:
- 2065044i
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About this work
Description
Jenny Lind (1820-1887), a Swedish singer, often known as the "Swedish Nightingale". She performed in soprano roles in opera in Sweden and across Europe, and undertook a concert tour of America beginning in 1850. She was a member of the Royal Swedish Academy of Music from 1840. Portrayed half length looking to left
Publication/Creation
London (Hollywell St., Strand) : J.T. Wood, [between 1800 and 1899]
Physical description
1 print : steel engraving ; image 7.5 x 5 cm
Lettering
Jenny Lind, The Swedish Nightingale. Born at Stockholm Oct.6.1821, where she made her first appearance in Alice in Robert de diable. Arriv.d in London and appear.d at Her Majesty’s Theatre May.4.1847 creating great sensation in the presence of two Queens, The Royal family and the nobility of England with distinguished approbation.
Reference
Wellcome Collection 2065044i
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Location Status Access Closed stores