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H Beard Print Collection, by London Stereoscopic and Photographic Company, 1850

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Overview

H Beard Print Collection is a 1850 by London Stereoscopic and Photographic Company, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

When & what style?
1850
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This print is from the H Beard Print Collection. It was made by the London Stereoscopic and Photographic Company. The print shows Richard Mansfield as Richard III, and it's based on an original photograph. The company that made it was active in the late 19th century. This was a time when photography was becoming more popular. You can learn more about this kind of print at the Victoria and Albert Museum.

The story of this work

Overview

The print shows Richard Mansfield in the role of Richard III, based on an original photograph by the London Stereoscopic Company.

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About the artist

Artist

London Stereoscopic and Photographic Company

They snapped portraits for London’s theater crowd in the 1800s, turning actors and dancers into instant celebrities.

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