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H Beard Print Collection
H Beard Print Collection is a print by the Romanticist artist A. Hamilton. It dates from 1781 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This print, created circa 1781, is part of the Harry Beard Print Collection held at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.
About this work
This is a print from around 1781. It shows an actress named Miss Catley. The image is in the Romanticism style.
The print is part of the Harry Beard Collection. It’s kept at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.
It’s a simple portrait of an actress. You’ll find it on the museum’s website.
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Overview
This print, created circa 1781, is part of the Harry Beard Print Collection held at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts Miss Catley as Kitty, an actress portrayed in character, reflecting the theatrical themes common during the period.
Technique & Style
The image is an engraved portrait, characteristic of the Romanticism style, which emphasizes emotion and individualism.
History & Provenance
The print is part of the Harry Beard Collection, now housed at the Victoria and Albert Museum, where it is cataloged and available for reference.
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A. Hamilton made prints in the late 1700s, showing everyday life with sharp lines and clear details. Look at H Beard Print Collection from 1777 and the 1781 version, both capture crowds, trades, and street scenes from…
