The Eye of Siva by Sax Rohmer
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The Eye of Siva by Sax Rohmer
The Eye of Siva by Sax Rohmer (pseudonym of Arthur Henry Ward, 18831959). First produced at the New Theatre on 8th August 1923. Billed as " Sax Rohmers New Mystery Play" for the Strand Theatre, to which the play was transferred on 17th September 1923. Sax Rohmer was best known as the creator of Dr. Fu Manchu. Date: 1923
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Arthur Beam Eyes Ironwork Panel Siva Ward Wing 1923 Theatrical
The Eye of Siva
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is a captivating theatrical production by the renowned author Sax Rohmer, best known for his creation of the iconic character Dr. Fu Manchu. This evocative photograph captures a moment from the 1923 staging of the play at the New Theatre in London. Sax Rohmer, whose real name was Arthur Henry Ward, is seen seated in a wingback chair, donning a fez and gazing intently at the stage. The play, billed as "Sax Rohmer's New Mystery Play," was initially produced at the New Theatre on August 8, 1923, before being transferred to the Strand Theatre on September 17, 1923. The backdrop of the photograph reveals intricate ironwork and a panel adorned with the image of the Eye of Siva, a symbol of the Hindu god Shiva. The ominous statue of the deity, with its piercing eyes and outstretched arms, looms behind the chair, adding to the mystical and enigmatic atmosphere of the production. A beam of light, perhaps symbolizing the divine power of Siva, casts a ray across the stage, illuminating the theatrical scene. The 1920s, also known as the Roaring Twenties, were a time of popular entertainment and cultural innovation. "The Eye of Siva" was a testament to the theatrical artistry of the era, blending elements of mystery, intrigue, and the exotic, as Sax Rohmer transported audiences to far-off lands and immersed them in a world of enchantment and wonder. This photograph offers a glimpse into the magical world of the play and the captivating moment when the author, lost in thought, becomes one with the story unfolding before him.
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