Artwork

H Beard Print Collection

H Beard Print Collection, by Thomas PRA Lawrence, paint, 1750
H Beard Print Collection, by Thomas PRA Lawrence, paint, 1750

H Beard Print Collection is a paint painting by Thomas PRA Lawrence. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

The painting is a portrait titled H Beard Print Collection.
It was created by Sir Thomas Lawrence in the 18th century.
This portrait is interesting because it's based on another work by the same artist, which suggests that the subject, Mr Siddons, was important enough to be painted multiple times.
You can learn more about the artist who created this portrait, Lawrence, Thomas PRA (Sir).

Overview

The H Beard Print Collection is an 18th-century portrait painting by Sir Thomas Lawrence.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Mr Siddons, a subject of significance to Lawrence, as evidenced by the artist's multiple renderings of him.

Technique & Style

This work is based on another portrait of Mr Siddons by Lawrence, indicating the artist's revisitation of the subject and potentially exploring different techniques or interpretations.

History & Provenance

The painting is attributed to Sir Thomas Lawrence, a prominent artist of his time, suggesting a certain level of importance or recognition.

Artist & collection

Artist

Thomas PRA Lawrence

Thomas PRA Lawrence made prints and oil portraits in late 18th- and early 19th-century Britain.