Artwork
H Beard Print Collection
H Beard Print Collection is a print by De Valmont. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
The print is titled H Beard Print Collection by De Valmont.
It depicts Charles Kemble as Othello, which is an interesting fact because Charles Kemble was a real person, an actor. This print is from the 19th century, which might explain the style and details.
You can learn more about this type of print at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Overview
This 19th-century print, titled 'H Beard Print Collection' by De Valmont, portrays the actor Charles Kemble in the role of Othello.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, Charles Kemble, was a real actor, highlighting the print's connection to theatrical culture of the time, specifically Shakespearean performances.
Technique & Style
Characteristic of 19th-century printmaking, the work's style and details reflect the era's artistic conventions, with further examples of similar techniques available for study at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
History & Provenance
Created by De Valmont, the print's provenance is tied to its namesake collection, 'H Beard Print Collection', though specific ownership histories beyond this are not detailed here.
Artist & collection
Artist
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