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H Beard Print Collection, by Benjamin van der Gucht, 1770

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Overview

H Beard Print Collection is a 1770 by Benjamin van der Gucht, a Romanticism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Benjamin van der Gucht
When & what style?
1770 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This is a print by Benjamin van der Gucht from around 1770. It shows a portrait of a man named Mr. Jonston, who played the character Gibby in the play "The Wonder." The print is part of the H Beard Print Collection. The print was made by Joseph Saunders, who specialized in turning stage scenes into prints. It’s a snapshot of a popular play at the time. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum.

The story of this work

Overview

A print by Benjamin van der Gucht from 1770 depicts Mr. Jonston in the role of Gibby from the play *The Wonder*. The image was produced by Joseph Saunders.

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About the artist

Portrait of Benjamin van der Gucht
Artist

Benjamin van der Gucht

Benjamin Vandergucht or Van der Gucht (1753–1794) was a picture-dealer, restorer and painter.

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