Who painted H Beard Print Collection?

H Beard Print Collection was painted by The Illustrated London News in 12.

Where can I see H Beard Print Collection?

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

What movement is H Beard Print Collection?

H Beard Print Collection is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

H Beard Print Collection

The Illustrated London News , 12

H Beard Print Collection is a print by the Impressionist artist The Illustrated London News. It dates from 12 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

The print mixes sharp details with soft touches, a style that later shaped Impressionism and Realism.

This print cuts from a 1853 issue of The Illustrated London News. It shows actors in Shakespeare’s play, captured right after the show. The image feels quick and lively, like the actors just struck their final pose.

It’s a snapshot of theater life in 1850s London. The print mixes sharp details with soft touches, a style that later shaped Impressionism and Realism.

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Overview

This print is a cutting from The Illustrated London News, dated November 12, 1853, featuring actors from a production of A Midsummer Night's Dream at Sadler's Wells Theatre.

Subject & Meaning

The image depicts Mr. Phelps as Bottom and Miss Wyatt as Titania immediately after a performance, capturing a moment from 19th-century theater life.

Technique & Style

The print combines sharp details with softer elements, reflecting a style that would later influence the development of Impressionism and Realism.

History & Provenance

Originally published in The Illustrated London News, the print was later extracted and preserved as a standalone image.

Artist & collection

Artist

The Illustrated London News

The Illustrated London News, founded by Herbert Ingram and first published on Saturday 14 May 1842, was the world's first illustrated weekly news magazine.