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H Beard Print Collection
H Beard Print Collection is a print by the Romanticist artist P. Jean. It dates from 1794 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
The print is titled H Beard Print Collection, created by Jean, P. in 1794.
It depicts Madam Mara, also known as Gertrud Mara, as a character named Armida. This print was published the same year it was created, which suggests it was part of a larger project or series.
You can learn more about similar prints by exploring the movement known as Romanticism.
Overview
The H Beard Print Collection is a print created by P. Jean in 1794. It is part of a collection bearing the same name.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts Gertrud Mara, an actress known as Madam Mara, in the role of Armida, a character likely from a theatrical or literary work.
History & Provenance
Published in the same year it was created, 1794, this print may have been part of a larger series or project.
Context
This print is associated with the Romanticism movement, which was characterized by its emphasis on emotion and individualism.
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Artist
This printmaker worked in late 18th-century London, turning everyday scenes into finely detailed etchings.
