Artwork
H Beard Print Collection
H Beard Print Collection is a print by Thomas Hill. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
The title of this print is H Beard Print Collection.
It's a portrait of Mrs. Cross, which suggests it was made for personal or family reasons. The fact that it's a print from a long time ago, probably 17th or 18th century, makes it interesting because prints were not as common back then.
You can learn more about prints like this one at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Overview
This print is part of the H Beard Print Collection and depicts a portrait of Mrs. Cross. The work is an example of printmaking from a historical period.
Subject & Meaning
The subject of the print is Mrs. Cross, suggesting a personal or familial connection to the work's creation. The portrait's purpose may have been to commemorate or honor the sitter.
History & Provenance
The print is likely from the 17th or 18th century, a time when printmaking was not yet widespread. Its age and relative rarity make it a notable example of early printmaking.
Artist & collection
Artist
Thomas Hill (September 11, 1829 – June 30, 1908) was an American artist of the 19th century.
