Lucretia
1784
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
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William Sharp
William Sharp (1749–1824) was an artist, born in London.
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From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
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Lucretia is a 1784 by William Sharp, a Romanticism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This print shows a woman in a dramatic pose, clutching a dagger. She’s dressed in flowing, old-fashioned clothes with one shoulder bare, her hair loose and wild. The background is dark, with a faint moon or light source above her. The title *Lucretia* hints at a story of betrayal and defiance—this woman is often linked to a Roman legend. The print’s bold contrasts and emotional intensity fit the style of its time. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more prints like this.
The print depicts the figure of Lucretia within an oval format, based on an earlier composition by Domenichino. Executed in 1784 by William Sharp, the work is rendered on paper.
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William Sharp (1749–1824) was an artist, born in London.
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