Artwork
H Beard Print Collection
H Beard Print Collection is a print by Chapentier. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This 19th-century print depicts a scene from the opera La Juive, featuring Cornelie Falcon as Rachel.
About this work
This is a print showing a woman on stage. Cornelie Falcon played the role of Rachel in the opera La Juive. Chapentier made the print in the 19th century.
The opera tells a story of love and conflict set in the Middle Ages. Cornelie Falcon was a famous singer of her time. This print captures one moment from her performance.
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Overview
This 19th-century print depicts a scene from the opera La Juive, featuring Cornelie Falcon as Rachel.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows Cornelie Falcon, a renowned singer, in character on stage. La Juive is a medieval-set opera exploring themes of love and conflict.
Technique & Style
The work is a print, a medium commonly used for reproducing images during the 19th century.
History & Provenance
The print was created by Chapentier in the 19th century, capturing a moment from Falcon's performance.
Artist & collection
Artist
Chapentier made small, crisp prints that look like fine engravings of everyday scenes.
