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H Beard Print Collection, by S. W. Fores, 18

H Beard Print Collection

S. W. Fores

18

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

H Beard Print Collection is a 18 by S. W. Fores, a Romanticism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
S. W. Fores
When & what style?
18 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This print shows a lively auction scene from a famous play. It’s a hand-coloured print made in London in 1786. That’s a long time ago—over 200 years! The print was published by S. W. Fores, who made prints in London. It captures a moment from *School for Scandal*, a popular play back then. If you like this print, check out other works by the Victoria and Albert Museum.

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