Artwork
H Beard Print Collection
H Beard Print Collection is a print by the Baroque artist George Knapton. It dates from 1737 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
The H Beard Print Collection is a print featuring a portrait of a woman.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is Miss Lisabetta Du Parc, known as 'La Francesina', depicted in a calm and serene state, dressed in elaborate attire. The identification of the sitter provides insight into her life and identity.
Technique & Style
The print presents a head and torso portrait, suggesting a focus on capturing the subject's likeness and expression.
Artist & collection
Artist
George Knapton (1698 – December 1778) was an English portrait painter who specialised in portrait painting.
The Right Honorable Lady Elizabeth Butler, Countess of Chesterfield
Madam Parson
The Right Honorable Lady Elizabeth Butler, Countess of Chesterfield
The Right Honorable Lady Elizabeth Butler, Countess of Chesterfield
Cecilia, Lady Killigrew
Miss Fenton
Mrs. Anne Killigrew
H Beard Print Collection
Beata Elisabet von Königsmarck (1637-1723), grevinna, gift med greve Pontus Fredrik De la Gardie
Rachel, Countess of Middlesex
Portrait of a Woman
H Beard Print Collection