H Beard Print Collection
1789
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1789
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This print shows a woman dressed as St. Cecilia, playing a musical instrument. She's the main focus of the image. You might notice the details in her clothing and the instrument, which suggest a high level of craftsmanship. The subject of the print, Elizabeth Billington, was likely a well-known figure at the time. To learn more about the artist's use of light and shadow, look up the technique: chiaroscuro.
