H Beard Print Collection
1750
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1750
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Dominant colour
H Beard Print Collection is a 1750 by Philip Mercier, depicting lute, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This print shows a woman playing a guitar. She's sitting in a room with a few other people. The scene looks like a quiet moment at home, which is actually what the title says: "Domestick Amusement". The title gives us a hint about what's going on. It's not just a picture of someone playing music, but a glimpse into everyday life. This kind of scene was popular in art back then. You can learn more about prints like this one by looking into the technique of chiaroscuro.
