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H Beard Print Collection, by Joseph Karl Stieler, 1850

H Beard Print Collection

Joseph Karl Stieler

1850

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

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Overview

H Beard Print Collection is a 1850 by Joseph Karl Stieler, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Joseph Karl Stieler
When & what style?
1850
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

The H Beard Print Collection is a print made by Joseph Stieler in the 19th century. It's interesting because the print is a portrait of a famous person, Ludwig van Beethoven, made in 1819. The fact that it was published by the Photographic Society, Berlin, adds to its historical significance. You can learn more about the artist and his works at the Victoria and Albert Museum.

The story of this work

Overview

A portrait of Ludwig van Beethoven was created in 1819 by Joseph Stieler. It was published by the Photographic Society in Berlin.

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About the artist

Portrait of Joseph Karl Stieler
Artist

Joseph Karl Stieler

Joseph Karl Stieler (1 November 1781 – 9 April 1858) was a German painter. From 1820 until 1855 he worked as royal court painter for the Bavarian kings. He is known for his Neoclassical portraits, especially for the…

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