Who painted H Beard Print Collection?

H Beard Print Collection was painted by John Swain in 1850.

Where can I see H Beard Print Collection?

H Beard Print Collection is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

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Museum-quality prints of H Beard Print Collection are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

H Beard Print Collection

John Swain , 1850

H Beard Print Collection is a print by John Swain. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. The work is a colour print depicting a full‑length portrait of the composer Isidore de Lara.

About this work

Overview

The work is a colour print depicting a full‑length portrait of the composer Isidore de Lara. It appeared in the periodical Vanity Fair, where it was presented alongside a brief caption identifying the sitter as a notable English composer.

Subject & Meaning

Isidore de Lara, a figure recognized for his contributions to English music, is rendered in a formal pose that underscores his public stature. The accompanying text, "A great English composer," reinforces the portrait’s role as both a visual and textual celebration of his artistic reputation.

Technique & Style

Executed as a colour print, the image employs the graphic conventions typical of early twentieth‑century magazine portraiture, balancing realistic likeness with the stylised shading and flat colour fields that facilitate reproduction at scale.