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H Beard Print Collection, by Thomas Allom, 1850

H Beard Print Collection

Thomas Allom

1850

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

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Overview

H Beard Print Collection is a 1850 by Thomas Allom, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Thomas Allom
When & what style?
1850
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This print shows a crowded theater in 19th-century Tianjin, China. Artists like Allom often sketched overseas scenes to sell back home. The image feels busy but clear—lots of figures, balconies, and lanterns. It’s one of many prints Fisher, Son & Co. published in London and Paris. These prints helped people imagine far-off places without traveling. Look up Allom, Thomas to see more of his work.

The story of this work

Overview

A print depicts a theatre in Tien Jin, China, published in the 19th century by Fisher, Son & Co. in London and Paris, part of the Harry Beard Collection.

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About the artist

Portrait of Thomas Allom
Artist

Thomas Allom

Thomas Allom (13 March 1804 – 21 October 1872) was an English architect, artist, and topographical illustrator.

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