1750
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Dominant colour
H Beard Print Collection is a 1750 by Charles Grignion, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This print shows a scene from Shakespeare's King Henry IV. The scene depicts Falstaff's cowardice being detected, which is a pivotal moment in the play. It's interesting that this print is based on a specific scene from the play, showing the artist's attention to detail. You can learn more about this style of printmaking by looking into the technique of chiaroscuro.
The print titled *Falstaff's Cowardice Detected* by Charles Grignion depicts Scene 9 from Part I of Shakespeare’s *King Henry IV*, illustrating a moment in the play.
Read the full account in the museum source.
Charles Grignion the Elder (1721–1810) was a British engraver and draughtsman. Grignion was born in London to Huguenot refugees. He was a prolific historical engraver and book illustrator. He studied in London at…
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