Artwork
Julius Benedict
Julius Benedict is a print by E. Matthews & Sons. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
This print is a portrait of Julius Benedict.
The artist who made this print is not well-known, but the company that printed it, E. Matthews & Sons, was active in the 19th century. This fact suggests that the print was made using traditional techniques of that time.
You can learn more about printing techniques like sfumato at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Overview
This 19th-century print depicts a portrait of Julius Benedict, produced by E. Matthews & Sons, a printing company active during that era.
Subject & Meaning
The print's subject is Julius Benedict, though the significance or context of his portrayal in this work is not specified.
Technique & Style
While the specific technique used is not detailed, the involvement of E. Matthews & Sons implies the employment of traditional 19th-century printing methods.
History & Provenance
The print was produced by E. Matthews & Sons in the 19th century; the artist behind the original design remains unidentified.
Artist & collection
Artist
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…
