Black and white photograph of the American stage and film actor and singer Paul Robeson who starred in such films as Borderline (1930) and Showboat (1936). Typewritten slip attached to the reverse reads: "Paul Robeson arrives in London. 17. 2. 49. Paul Robeson arrived at Waterloo this evening on the Queen Mary boat train. He will be singing at 20 concerts and may play "OTHELLO" in the autumn. PHOTO SHOWS Paul Robeson chatting to Mr. E. [Eoric] Connor of the Negro Theatre Group on his arrival at Waterloo this evening." Date stamped 18 Feb 1949.
| Item number | 40538 |
|---|---|
| Category | Photograph |
| Type | Star Portrait |
| Dimensions | length 205mm; width 255mm |
| Language | English |
| Country of origin | UK |
| Related people | Paul Robeson (Subject) |
| Eoric Connor (Subject) |
Part of the Bill Douglas and Peter Jewell Collection