Artwork

H Beard Print Collection

H Beard Print Collection, by Abraham Wivell, 1827
H Beard Print Collection, by Abraham Wivell, 1827

H Beard Print Collection is a print by the Romanticist artist Abraham Wivell. It dates from 1827 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This print is part of a collection featuring various bearded subjects.

About this work

Overview

This print is part of a collection featuring various bearded subjects.

Subject & Meaning

One of the prints depicts a likeness of William Shakespeare at the age of 46, as it would have appeared in 1610.

History & Provenance

The print was published by A. Wivell in 1827, more than two centuries after Shakespeare's likeness was originally rendered.

Artist & collection

Artist

Abraham Wivell

This British printmaker worked in the early 1800s, making portraits and other prints for popular audiences.

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted H Beard Print Collection?

H Beard Print Collection was painted by Abraham Wivell in 1827.

Where can I see H Beard Print Collection?

H Beard Print Collection is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is H Beard Print Collection?

H Beard Print Collection is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of H Beard Print Collection?

Museum-quality prints of H Beard Print Collection are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.