Artwork

H Beard Print Collection

H Beard Print Collection, by Chodowiecki, D
H Beard Print Collection, by Chodowiecki, D

H Beard Print Collection is a print by Chodowiecki, D. It is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

This print is part of the H Beard Print Collection, a compilation of images related to theatrical performances.

Subject & Meaning

The image depicts a scene from William Shakespeare's Hamlet, specifically the 'Mousetrap' scene, featuring Miss Dobbelin as Ophelia and Mr Bruckner as the King.

Technique & Style

The print is a colour image, suggesting a level of detail and nuance in its representation of the theatrical scene.

Artist & collection

Artist

Chodowiecki, D

D Chodowiecki made prints you can hold in your hands. In our set you’ll find the H Beard Print Collection, crisp etchings that show 18th-century life in everyday scenes and portraits. These works belong to the same…