Artwork
H Beard Print Collection
H Beard Print Collection is a print by the Romanticist artist William Heath. It dates from 26 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
This print shows a theater manager from 1829.
It’s part of a ten-plate series called Theatrical Characters.
The series was published by T. McLean the same year.
This one plate is called “The Manager.”
It’s number one in the set of ten.
Romanticism often showed people in jobs or costumes.
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Overview
This print is one of ten plates in a series titled 'Theatrical Characters' by William Heath, published in 1829 by T. McLean.
Subject & Meaning
The print, numbered one in the series, depicts a theater manager. It reflects the Romanticism era's interest in portraying people in various occupations or costumes.
Technique & Style
The work is characteristic of Romantic-era prints, which often featured detailed representations of individuals in specific roles or professions.
History & Provenance
Published in 1829, the print is part of a larger series by William Heath, an artist known for his satirical and observational works.
Artist & collection
Artist
William Heath was an American farmer, soldier, and political leader from Massachusetts who served as a major general in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War.
