Boris Karloff
(1887-1969), ActorBoris Karloff (William Henry Pratt)
Sitter in 5 portraits
Born William Henry Pratt in Dulwich, South London. A long career in silent films preceded his first appearance as the monster in Frankenstein in 1931. Subsequently he became the acknowledged king of Hollywood horror, bringing style and pathos to many freaks and villains for nearly 40 years.
by Nicolai Fechin
charcoal, circa 1934-1938
NPG 5837
Boris Karloff as Dr. Fu Manchu in 'The Mask of Fu Manchu'
by Clarence Sinclair Bull
bromide print, 1932
NPG x35333
by Walter Bird
vintage print, circa 1950s
NPG x183959
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