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H Beard Print Collection, by William Heath, 1824

H Beard Print Collection

William Heath

1824

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

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Overview

H Beard Print Collection is a 1824 by William Heath, a Romanticism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
William Heath
When & what style?
1824 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

The print is titled 'H Beard Print Collection' by William Heath. It's from the late 1820s and is a genre scene. The print is held at the Victoria and Albert Museum, and its source description provides more context about its content. The image satirises the fashion at the time for large hairstyles, which is an interesting aspect of this work. This satire gives us a glimpse into the social commentary of the time. Check out the movement Romanticism to learn more about this style of art.

The story of this work

Overview

The print titled *The Dress Circle* by William Heath, published in 1824, depicts four women seated in a theatre box, their towering hairstyles obstructing the view for those behind them. The image satirizes the exaggerated fashion of the era, particularly the trend for voluminous hair arrangements. Published by T. McLean, the work is part of the Harry Beard Collection.

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About the artist

Portrait of William Heath
Artist

William Heath

William Heath was an American farmer, soldier, and political leader from Massachusetts who served as a major general in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War.

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