Artwork
Mr. Lewis as Pharnaces
Mr. Lewis as Pharnaces is a print by the Romanticist artist Philip Audinet. It dates from 6 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. Mr.
About this work
This is a print made in 1795 by Philip Audinet.
It shows William Thomas Lewis dressed as Pharnaces in a play called Cleonice.
The print was published by John Bell in London on July 6th.
Audinet made this during the Romanticism movement.
It’s part of the Harry Beard Collection at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
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Overview
Mr. Lewis as Pharnaces is an 18th-century print created by Philip Audinet, depicting the actor William Thomas Lewis in the role of Pharnaces from the play Cleonice.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, William Thomas Lewis, is portrayed in character as Pharnaces, highlighting a moment from the theatrical production of Cleonice. The print captures the actor's representation of this figure, reflecting the intersection of art and theater during the late 18th century.
Technique & Style
Executed by Philip Audinet in 1795, the print exemplifies techniques characteristic of its time. While specific methods (engraving, etching, etc.) are not detailed here, its creation aligns with the artistic practices of the late Enlightenment to early Romanticism transition, though Audinet's style is more closely associated with the neoclassical and early Romantic movements.
History & Provenance
Published in London by John Bell on July 6, 1795, the print is now part of the Harry Beard Collection at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Context
Created during the Romanticism movement, the print reflects the era's fascination with drama and the individual's emotional expression. However, Audinet's work is often seen as bridging neoclassicism and the early stages of Romanticism in art.
Legacy
As part of the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection, Mr. Lewis as Pharnaces contributes to the historical record of 18th-century theatrical portraiture and the work of Philip Audinet, offering insights into the artistic and cultural practices of its time.
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