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Print Collection
Print Collection is a print by the Romanticist artist John Thurston. It dates from 1 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This print, created in 1820, depicts Francis Beaumont, a playwright from the 17th century.
About this work
This is a print from 1820 showing Francis Beaumont. John Thurston made it in the Romantic style. A London publisher named W. Walker issued the print that same year.
The portrait honors a 17th-century playwright. It’s a single sheet, ink on paper, and it ends up at the Victoria and Albert Museum today.
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Overview
This print, created in 1820, depicts Francis Beaumont, a playwright from the 17th century. It is an example of a Romantic-style portrait.
Subject & Meaning
The print honors Francis Beaumont, a notable figure in English theatre during the early 17th century. The portrait is likely intended to commemorate his contributions to the literary world.
Technique & Style
The print is executed in ink on paper, characteristic of the medium. It was created by John Thurston in the Romantic style, which emphasizes emotion and individualism.
History & Provenance
Published by W. Walker in London in 1820, the print is now part of the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection.
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Artist
John Thurston (1774–1822) was a British printmaker and illustrator. Thurston began his artistic career as a copper plate engraver, working for James Heath. Then he took up book illustration, and soon totally devoted…
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