Julian Eltinge in "The Fascinating Widow" at Forrest Theatre, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, April 1912
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Julian Eltinge was the most famous and highly paid female impersonator of the early 20th century. He embodied gaudy elegance, wore glamourous gowns, and perfected female mannerisms. This promotional image for the 1910 musical comedy The Fascinating Widow shows Eltinge rowing a boat with four other versions of himself in drag--each a character from the play.
Julian Eltinge was the most famous and highly paid female impersonator of the early 20th century. He embodied gaudy elegance, wore glamourous gowns, and perfected female mannerisms. This promotional image for the 1910 musical comedy The Fascinating Widow shows Eltinge rowing a boat with four other versions of himself in drag--each a character from the play.
Artifact
Postcard
Date Made
1910-1912
Subject Date
1912
Creators
Unknown
Collection Title
Research Center Collection of LGBTQ+ Publications and Graphics
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2023.156.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Printing (Process)
Dimensions
Height: 3.5 in
Width: 5.75 in
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