H Beard Print Collection
1891
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1891
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This print shows a portrait of Mrs. Billington from 1891. It's part of a scrapbook page from the Harry Beard Collection. The collection is interesting because it gives us a glimpse into how people collected and saved memories in the past, like a scrapbook of favorite things. The print is simple, with a focus on the person. The way it was made is also interesting, with details that suggest it was done with care. You can learn more about print techniques like this by looking into the technique: sfumato.
