Artwork
H Beard Print Collection

H Beard Print Collection is a print by Biondi, C.. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. Head and torso portrait of Francesco de Maio, famous chapel master.
About this work
Overview
A print by C. Biondi from 1750 depicts Francesco de Maio, a noted chapel master, in a half-length portrait. The image is mounted on card and includes handwritten biographical notes on the backing.
Artist & collection
Artist
C. Biondi spent evenings sketching the backstage chaos of Milan’s opera houses, where wig stands toppled and half-dressed singers scribbled set lists on playbills. Their prints catch the flicker of gas lamps on satin…











