Artwork

H Beard Print Collection

H Beard Print Collection, by Ltd. Gilbert Whitehead & Co., 1950
H Beard Print Collection, by Ltd. Gilbert Whitehead & Co., 1950

H Beard Print Collection is a print by Ltd. Gilbert Whitehead & Co.. It dates from 1950 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This print is part of a collection featuring H Beard, showcasing a portrait of French aviator Hubert Latham.

About this work

Overview

This print is part of a collection featuring H Beard, showcasing a portrait of French aviator Hubert Latham.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts Hubert Latham, a notable figure in early aviation. The image was originally published in a supplement to The World, indicating its intended audience was broad and likely included those interested in current events.

History & Provenance

The print was sourced from a supplement to The World, a publication that disseminated news and images to a wide readership. The publisher is Gilbert Whitehead & Co., Ltd.

Context

The print's origins in a supplement to The World suggest it was part of a larger effort to inform and engage the public on contemporary topics, including aviation.

Artist & collection

Artist

Ltd. Gilbert Whitehead & Co.

This was an early-1900s print studio that made lively, hand-colored pictures for magazines and collectors.