Ira Aldridge as Othello in 'Othello' by William Shakespeare
ca. 1848
Unknown
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Ira Aldridge onstage as Othello, full length. He wears a black, light blue and gold costume and a gilt headdress and holds a scimitar in his right hand. His left hand is raised, pointing. Behind him, right, is an indistinct seated figure, probably the Duke of Venice.