James Edward Kelly American 1855-1933 Bronze Plaque Neil Burgess, Henry-Bonnard
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James Edward Kelly (American, 1855-1933) Cast Bronze Plaque of Neil Burgess (American 1846–1910) Cast by the Henry-Bonnard Bronze Co New York, 1890. Raised profile image on round medal, Likely a faux painted 'marble' on around the raised image (which has subsequently chipped and worn.) engraved name on top edge, dated 1890 lower edge. Artist signed to the right 'Kelly.' Makers mark on reverse. Small hanger on back. Born J. W. Knell, he was an well-known actor, playwright, Vaudevillian comedian and female impersonator who specialized in elderly "widders" as in Abigail Prue. According to Frankie Jaxon in "The History of Drag and the Art of Female Impersonation" "his success brought him popular adulation, critical respect, and unprecedented wealth as the highest paid actor, comic or tragic, of the time--all for cross-dressing and female impersonation." Approx.
Measurements: 4.875 in diameter.
Domestic Shipping: $15
Measurements: 4.875 in diameter.
Domestic Shipping: $15
Condition
Very good condition, oxidation, painted faux marbled paint has chipped and worn.
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James Edward Kelly American 1855-1933 Bronze Plaque Neil Burgess, Henry-Bonnard
Estimate $100 - $120
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