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H Beard Print Collection, by Thomas Hailes Lacy, 1865

H Beard Print Collection

Thomas Hailes Lacy

1865

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

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Overview

H Beard Print Collection is a 1865 by Thomas Hailes Lacy, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Thomas Hailes Lacy
When & what style?
1865 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This print shows a character named Undine or Ariel. It was made around 1865 by Thomas Hailes Lacy. Lacy turned stage costumes into art prints. The work mixes Impressionist light with Realist detail. It was part of a set called Dramatic Costumes. These prints helped people imagine famous plays at home. Look up the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more.

The story of this work

Overview

A print from 1865 by Thomas Hailes Lacy shows a character identified as Undine or Ariel, part of a series titled Dramatic Costumes.

Read the full account in the museum source.

About the artist

Portrait of Thomas Hailes Lacy
Artist

Thomas Hailes Lacy

Thomas Hailes Lacy was a British actor, playwright, theatrical manager, bookseller, and theatrical publisher.

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