First World War internee theatrical production, Douglas or Knockaloe Camp, Isle of Man
Date(s): ?1918
Scope & Content: it is possible that this is a scene from Moser "Der Veilchenfresser" (the Violet Eater). The review of this production in Lager Echo 20 June 1917 states 'The 3rd Act ... was wonderfully enlivened by Mr Ruhrmann with his yearling.' This is possibly the horse visible in the background.
Language: English
Extent: overall: 16 cm x 12 cm
Physical description: Black & white glass half-plate negative
Item name: photograph
Collection: Photographic Archive
Level: ITEM
ID number: PG/7870/39036
Subject tags : theatre, costume, female costume, military costume, contemporary costume.