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Mr G. French as Harlequin, by J. Redington, 1850

Mr G. French as Harlequin

J. Redington

1850

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Mr G. French as Harlequin is a 1850 by J. Redington, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
J. Redington
When & what style?
1850
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This print is titled Mr G. French as Harlequin. It was published by J. Redington in London. The print is part of the Harry Beard Collection at the Victoria and Albert Museum, which suggests it has some historical significance. The museum's collection includes many prints from the 19th century, giving context to this work. You can learn more about similar prints at the Victoria and Albert Museum.

The story of this work

Overview

A print from 1850 shows Mr. G. French in the role of Harlequin, published by J. Redington in London and held in the Harry Beard Collection.

Read the full account in the museum source.

About the artist

Artist

J. Redington

J. Redington was the guy who spent his life printing portraits of actors and circus performers—tiny, lively scenes of people like Mr. G. French dressed as a harlequin. He had a habit of collecting old prints, trading…

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