Artwork
H Beard Print Collection
H Beard Print Collection is a print by the Romanticist artist Fielding and Walker. It dates from 1 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This 1780 print depicts a full-length portrait of Mrs.
About this work
This print shows a full-length picture of Mrs Hartley dressed up as Hermione from Shakespeare’s *The Winter’s Tale*. It was made in 1780 by two artists named Fielding and Walker.
The print mixes theater and portrait art. The museum calls it part of Romanticism, which loved drama and feeling.
Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see the real print.
Overview
This 1780 print depicts a full-length portrait of Mrs. Hartley costumed as Hermione, a character from Shakespeare's *The Winter's Tale*. Created by artists Fielding and Walker, it combines elements of theatrical illustration and portrait art.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, Mrs. Hartley, is portrayed in the role of Hermione, highlighting the intersection of theater and portraiture. This blending reflects the cultural fascination with Shakespearean drama during the period.
Technique & Style
The print exemplifies early Romanticism's emphasis on drama and emotional expression, characterized by expressive figural representation and attention to theatrical costume detail.
History & Provenance
Produced in 1780 by Fielding and Walker, the print is part of the H Beard Print Collection. An example can be found at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Artist & collection
Artist
Fielding and Walker made prints in the late 1700s. Their only listed work here is a print from February 1780 in the H Beard Print Collection. It shows everyday scenes of the time using lines on paper. See how they…
