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H Beard Print Collection
H Beard Print Collection is a print by Th. Guerin. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This 19th-century print, created by Th.
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Overview
This 19th-century print, created by Th. Guerin, depicts a full-length portrait of Mr. Paul Legrande in the role of Pierrot, performed at the Royal Adelphi Theatre in London.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, Mr. Paul Legrande, is portrayed as Pierrot, a character from the Commedia dell'Arte, highlighting the print's connection to theatrical performance of the time.
Technique & Style
While specific technical details of the print are not provided, its 19th-century origin suggests traditional printmaking methods were employed by Th. Guerin.
History & Provenance
Published in London by W. Warsfold, the print is part of the Harry Beard Collection, indicating its historical value within a curated set of theatrical prints.
Context
For similar examples of 19th-century theater prints, the Victoria and Albert Museum is recommended as a resource, placing this piece within a broader cultural and artistic context.
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Artist
Guerin liked to wander Paris with a sketchbook, scribbling shop signs and stray cats in the margins and calling it “homework.” One rainy afternoon he turned those quick lines into a full set of prints for a book called…
