Artwork
H Beard Print Collection
H Beard Print Collection is a print by Peter Crain. It is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This print is a black and white etching of the Lafayette Theatre in New York, showcasing its symmetrical facade and architectural details.
About this work
Overview
This print is a black and white etching of the Lafayette Theatre in New York, showcasing its symmetrical facade and architectural details.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts the Lafayette Theatre's grand entrance, with a central domed tower and ornate metalwork balconies, highlighting the building's early 20th-century architectural style.
Technique & Style
The print features clean lines and a simple monochromatic palette, emphasizing the theatre's symmetrical design and ornate details through the medium of etching.
History & Provenance
The print is part of the Harry Beard Collection, a compilation of stage and screen history artifacts assembled by its namesake collector.
Artist & collection
Artist
Peter Crain made prints that feel like snapshots of everyday life—think crowded docks, market stalls, and factory gates.
