H Beard Print Collection
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From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
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From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This is a print portrait from a series called “Men of the Day,” published in Vanity Fair. It shows Charles Santley in 1902, drawn by Leslie Ward. Ward worked under the pen name “Spy” for the magazine. The prints were popular for their quick, witty takes on public figures. Check out more prints by artist Ward, Leslie at the Victoria and Albert Museum.