Elegant Portrait of Theater Star Cecil Sorel, 1910

This photograph features Cecil Sorel, a notable figure in the early 20th century theater scene. Sorel was a celebrated French comic actress who captivated audiences with her magnetic performances and flamboyant style. Renowned throughout the French theater world, she built her reputation not only on her considerable acting talents but also on her extravagant, eye-catching costumes that became a signature element of her theatrical persona.

Her lavish approach to both performance and personal presentation made her a beloved figure in French entertainment and secured her place as one of the most memorable personalities of her era.