Artwork

Mr Lee Lewes as Capt. Bobadil

Mr Lee Lewes as Capt. Bobadil, by H. Brocas, 1750
Mr Lee Lewes as Capt. Bobadil, by H. Brocas, 1750

Mr Lee Lewes as Capt. Bobadil is a print by H. Brocas. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. Print depicting Mr Lee Lews as Captain Bobadil in Every Man in his Humour, published by William Jones, late 18th century.

About this work

Overview

The print depicts Mr. Lee Lewes in the role of Captain Bobadil from *Every Man in His Humour*, published by William Jones in the late 18th century. It is a full-length portrait, glued to a supporting paper, and part of the Harry Beard Collection.

Artist & collection

Artist

H. Brocas

Hugh Brocas carved theatrical portraits that feel like candid shots of actors mid-performance.