Artwork
H Beard Print Collection
H Beard Print Collection is a print by the Romanticist artist Harrison & Co.. It dates from 1800 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
The Victoria and Albert Museum is where you can learn more about this print.
The print is titled H Beard Print Collection.
It was published in 1800 and depicts Miss Biggs as Cora in Pizarro.
The print is held at the Victoria and Albert Museum, which provides some context about its significance, and it's interesting to note that it was published by Harrison & Co, giving us a glimpse into the print's history.
The Victoria and Albert Museum is where you can learn more about this print.
Overview
This print is part of the H Beard Print Collection and was published in 1800 by Harrison & Co. It is currently held at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts Miss Biggs, whose real name was Anne Young, in the role of Cora from the play Pizarro. The image captures a character from a theatrical performance, highlighting the intersection of theater and visual art during this period.
History & Provenance
Published by Harrison & Co in 1800, the print is now part of the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection, indicating its significance in the history of printmaking and theater representation.
Artist & collection
Artist
This printmaking team turned everyday scenes into crisp, black-and-white illustrations in the early 1800s.
