Artwork
Print Collection
Print Collection is a print by the Romanticist artist Thomas PRA Lawrence. It dates from 20 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This 1826 print depicts the renowned actress Sarah Siddons, reproduced from an original painting by Sir Thomas Lawrence.
About this work
This print shows Sarah Siddons, the famous actress, in a portrait style that feels dramatic and emotional. It was made in 1826 by Sir Thomas Lawrence, a well-known artist of his time.
Sarah Siddons was a big name in theater, especially in Shakespeare plays. This print copies one of Lawrence’s paintings of her, published by Henry Colburn.
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Overview
This 1826 print depicts the renowned actress Sarah Siddons, reproduced from an original painting by Sir Thomas Lawrence.
Subject & Meaning
Sarah Siddons was a celebrated Shakespearean actress, and this portrait captures her dramatic presence.
Technique & Style
The print is characterized by a dramatic and emotive style, reflecting Lawrence's skill as a portrait painter.
History & Provenance
The print was published by Henry Colburn, making Lawrence's original painting more widely available.
Artist & collection
Artist
Thomas PRA Lawrence made prints and oil portraits in late 18th- and early 19th-century Britain.
