H Beard Print Collection
1874
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1874
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This print shows a man, likely Charles Lecocq. He's dressed formally, with a top hat and coat. The details in the print are quite fine, suggesting it was made with care, and the subject is someone important, as provenance notes suggest he's Charles Lecocq, a figure from 1874. The print has a nice level of detail, which was likely achieved through a careful process. This level of detail suggests the artist had a good understanding of their craft. You can learn more about this kind of printmaking by looking into the technique: sfumato.
