Who painted H Beard Print Collection?

H Beard Print Collection was painted by Gilbert Stuart Newton in 1.

Where can I see H Beard Print Collection?

H Beard Print Collection is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is H Beard Print Collection?

H Beard Print Collection is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

H Beard Print Collection

Gilbert Stuart Newton , 1

H Beard Print Collection is a print by the Romanticist artist Gilbert Stuart Newton. It dates from 1 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

This print shows a scene from Shakespeare’s *The Merchant of Venice*. It pairs Shylock and Jessica, a father and daughter caught in a famous play.

The print came out in 1833 in London. That’s over 190 years ago. It’s a black-and-white image, meant to capture the tension between the two characters.

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Overview

This print is a black-and-white image depicting a scene from Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice, featuring the characters Shylock and Jessica.

Subject & Meaning

The print captures a moment between Shylock, a moneylender, and his daughter Jessica, highlighting their complex father-daughter relationship amidst the play's themes of conflict and betrayal.

History & Provenance

Published in London on May 1, 1833, by Moon Boys & Graves, this print is a product of early 19th-century illustration and publishing.

Technique & Style

The image is rendered in a monochromatic style, using the contrast of black and white to convey the emotional tension between the characters.