Artwork
H Beard Print Collection

H Beard Print Collection is a print by the Romanticist artist Gabriel Scorodoomoff. It dates from 1781 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
This print shows a dancer in the late 1700s. The image was made by Gabriel Scorodoomoff in 1781. It’s a single sheet on paper, not a painting, just ink and lines.
The dancer’s name is Auguste Armand Vestris. The print was published by C. Ruotte that same year.
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Overview
This 1781 print, created by Gabriel Scorodoomoff and published by C. Ruotte, portrays Auguste Armand Vestris, a dancer of the late 18th century. Executed in ink on a single sheet of paper, the work captures Vestris in a dynamic pose.
Subject & Meaning
The print's central subject is Auguste Armand Vestris, highlighting his importance in the dance world of the time. The depiction may reflect his reputation as a performer, though the print's specific context or symbolism beyond portraiture is not immediately clear.
Technique & Style
Technically, the print relies on expressive lines and ink to convey movement and form. Stylistically, it aligns with late 18th-century printmaking, emphasizing clarity and simplicity to capture the essence of its subject.
History & Provenance
Published in 1781 by C. Ruotte, the print's early history is tied to its publisher and creator, Gabriel Scorodoomoff. Further provenance details are not provided, though similarities can be found in collections like the Victoria and Albert Museum.
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Artist
This Russian printmaker left behind one known work in 1781: a detailed collection of beard styles titled H Beard Print Collection, etched on paper.










