Edwin Forrest 1806-72 as Rolla

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"Edwin Forrest (1806-1872) as Rolla" is an oil on canvas painting by the American artist John Neagle, completed in 1829. The artwork captures the prominent 19th-century American actor Edwin Forrest in the role of Rolla, a character from Richard Sheridan's play "Pizarro," which is an English adaptation of the German play "Die Spanier in Peru" by August von Kotzebue. The painting is significant for its portrayal of Forrest, one of the most acclaimed American actors of his time, known for his powerful voice and commanding stage presence.

In this dramatic representation, Neagle depicts Forrest in a pivotal scene from the play, where Rolla, a Peruvian hero, resolves to rescue the child of his friend Alonzo from the clutches of the Spanish invaders. The artwork reflects the romantic spirit of the era, emphasizing the emotional intensity and heroism of the character. Forrest's expression and posture convey the determination and nobility associated with Rolla, resonating with the American public's taste for theatrical melodrama and nationalistic themes.

The painting is notable not only for its artistic merit but also for its cultural significance, as it illustrates the rise of a distinctly American theater and the growing celebrity status of actors like Forrest. "Edwin Forrest as Rolla" serves as a historical document of the American stage and the evolving identity of American art in the early 19th century. It is a testament to John Neagle's skill as a portraitist and his ability to capture the essence of theatrical performance on canvas.

As of the knowledge cutoff date, the painting is part of the collection at the Yale University Art Gallery in New Haven, Connecticut. It remains an important work for scholars studying American theater history, portraiture, and the intersection of visual and performing arts during the antebellum period.

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