Alfred Concanen: The Chronicler of Music Hall Magic Alfred Concanen (c. 1835 – 10 December 1886) remains a captivating figure in Victorian art, largely due to his extraordinary contribution to the visual culture of music hall entertainment. For over twenty-five years, he served as one of the era’s leading lithographers, and his legacy is most profoundly etched into the vibrant illustrations adorning sheet music covers for some of Britain's most beloved performers. These weren’t merely decorative additions; they were miniature theatrical worlds, capturing the energy, humor, and personalities…