Sarah Bernhardt: The Art of High Drama

This catalogue examines the many sides and talents of the french actor Sarah Bernhardt (1844-1923), from her beginnings at the Comédie Française through her international stardom. Collection of images relating to Bernhardt's life, including paintings, posters, photographs, costumes, jewelry, stage designs, self-portraits, and sculptures. This book has been published in conjunction with the exhibition 'Sarah Bernhardt: The Art of High Drama', organized by the Jewish Museum, New York, and presented from December 02, 2005, to April 02, 2006.