Artwork
H Beard Print Collection
H Beard Print Collection is a print by the Romanticist artist Henry Cook. It dates from 1810 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This print is an engraved portrait of Mr.
About this work
Overview
This print is an engraved portrait of Mr. William Blanchard, created around 1810. It is part of the Harry Beard Print Collection.
Subject & Meaning
The subject of the print is Mr. William Blanchard, though the engraving does not provide additional context about his identity, achievements, or the reason for his portrayal.
Technique & Style
The portrait is executed in engraving, a technique popular during the early 19th century for producing detailed, reproducible images. The style is characteristic of early 19th-century portraiture, emphasizing likeness and detail.
History & Provenance
The print is dated to circa 1810. It is housed within the Harry Beard Print Collection, indicating its ownership and collection history, though specifics of its acquisition or previous owners are not detailed here.
Artist & collection
Artist
Printmaker Henry Cook worked in early 19th‑century Britain, leaving behind a small album of hand‑colored engravings in the H Beard Print Collection around 1810.
