Artwork
H Beard Print Collection

H Beard Print Collection is a print by the Impressionist artist Georges Cain. It dates from 1881 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
This 1881 print shows a man in costume. It’s by Georges Cain, a French artist tied to Impressionism and Realism. The piece lives at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
It’s a full-length portrait of Mr. Lheritier dressed for a stage role. The image comes from a comedy titled “La Cagnotte.” Fun detail: the man wears a cummerbund in the scene.
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Overview
This 1881 print by French artist Georges Cain depicts a figure in a theatrical costume. It is part of the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows Mr. Lheritier as the character Cordenbois from the comedy 'La Cagnotte'. The subject is portrayed in a full-length portrait, wearing a distinctive cummerbund as part of his stage attire.
Technique & Style
Cain's work is associated with the Impressionist and Realist movements, reflecting the artistic trends of late 19th-century France.
Artist & collection
Artist
Georges Cain turned Parisian street scenes into playful panoramas, drawing crowds with quick sketches he sold right off the sidewalk.











