Depiction of Ira Aldridge

Unknownc1983-c2000

Black Cultural Archives
London, United Kingdom

Ira Aldridge was an African-American actor (1807-1867) who achieved great success internationally, winning many awards and honors. Billed as the "African Roscius," Aldridge played a range of Shakespearian roles including Othello, King Lear and Macbeth.

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Title: Depiction of Ira Aldridge
Creator: Unknown
Date Created: c1983-c2000
Provenance: African Peoples Historical Monument Foundation
External Link: Black Cultural Archives

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Ira Aldridge