Artwork

Blanche Cole

Blanche Cole, by E. Matthews & Sons, 1850
Blanche Cole, by E. Matthews & Sons, 1850

Blanche Cole is a print by E. Matthews & Sons. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This 19th-century print, produced by E.

About this work

This print is a portrait of Blanche Cole.
It was created in the 19th century by E. Matthews & Sons.
The print is held at the Victoria and Albert Museum, which suggests it has some historical or cultural significance, and this museum collects various art pieces, including prints like this one.
You can learn more about this type of art by looking at the Victoria and Albert Museum.

Overview

This 19th-century print, produced by E. Matthews & Sons in Great Britain, is a portrait of Blanche Cole.

Subject & Meaning

The print's subject is Blanche Cole, though the specific context or significance of her portrayal is not detailed in available information.

Technique & Style

The technique and stylistic characteristics of the print are not specified, reflecting typical practices of its time and publisher.

History & Provenance

The print is part of the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection, indicating its recognized historical or cultural value within British print heritage.

Context

As part of the Victoria and Albert Museum's holdings, this print can be contextualized alongside other 19th-century British prints, offering insight into period printing techniques and portrait conventions.

Legacy

The print's legacy is tied to its presence in a major museum collection, contributing to the broader study of 19th-century British print culture without individual renown beyond this context.

Artist & collection

Artist

E. Matthews & Sons

E. Matthews & Sons ran a print shop in Victorian London where opera singers and actors lined up to sit for their portraits. The family cranked out crisp black-and-white lithographs that looked like they’d been sketched…