H Beard Print Collection
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From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
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From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
You see a print of three men, William Blanchard, John Liston, and Charles Mathews, in a scene from a farce. This print is interesting because it shows a moment from a play, giving us a glimpse into theater life in the 1800s. The details in the print suggest it was made to promote the play or commemorate a performance. To learn more about prints like this, look up the technique of chiaroscuro.
