Artwork
H Beard Print Collection
H Beard Print Collection is a print by Hammann. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This late 19th-century print portrays Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, one of the few 19th-century prints of the composer created after his death.
About this work
This print shows a portrait of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. It’s dated to the late 1800s and printed in Berlin by W. Zawitz.
The image isn’t signed by Mozart—it’s signed Hammann. But it’s one of the few prints of Mozart made in the 19th century, not long after his death.
Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum for more prints like this.
Overview
This late 19th-century print portrays Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, one of the few 19th-century prints of the composer created after his death.
Subject & Meaning
The print's subject is Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, capturing his likeness in a portrait format, likely intended to commemorate or popularize the composer's image during a period of growing posthumous recognition.
Technique & Style
Signed by Hammann and printed by W. Zawitz in Berlin, the print's style and technique are characteristic of late 19th-century printmaking, though specific artistic details are not highlighted in available information.
History & Provenance
Published in Berlin by W. Zawitz, the print's provenance is not extensively detailed beyond its creation in the late 1800s; it is part of the H Beard Print Collection.
Context
Comparative examples of Mozart prints from the 19th century can be found at the Victoria and Albert Museum, suggesting a broader interest in the composer's imagery during this period.
Legacy
As one of the few 19th-century prints of Mozart, it contributes to the visual legacy of the composer, reflecting early efforts to disseminate his likeness following his death.
Artist & collection
Artist
This late-19th-century printmaker carved everyday scenes into woodblocks, leaving delicate lines and bold contrasts on paper.
