1914 Print Emily Cross Opera Singer Actress Portrait Gilbert Sullivan Dress XMD5

"Miss Emily Cross" This is an original 1914 black and white halftone print portrait of Miss Emily Cross. Cross was an English opera singer who was the original Ruth in the London premiere of The Pirates of Penzance in 1880.CONDITIONThis 99+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine Dimensions: Approximately 3.25 x 5 inches; 8 x 13 cm Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation) Period Paper is pleased to offer a collection of halftone portraits from 1914 of the people, actors, and actresses associated with Gilbert & Sullivan operas. The creative Victorian-era collaboration between librettist, W. S. Gilbert, and the composer, Arthu