Artwork
H Beard Print Collection
H Beard Print Collection is a print by Nathaniel Parr. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
H Beard Print Collection is a portrait print created by Nathaniel Parr, depicting Henry VI in head and torso form.
Subject & Meaning
The print focuses on Henry VI, suggesting an emphasis on the individual's representation. The inclusion of the caption 'Painted on board in the palace of Kensington' contextualizes the original artwork's provenance.
Technique & Style
While specific stylistic details of the print are not provided, it is noted that the original work was painted on board, indicating a potentially mixed-media or translated medium approach in the print's creation.
History & Provenance
The original portrait was painted on board within Kensington Palace, providing a clear historical and locational context for its creation. The print's provenance is tied to Nathaniel Parr's work.
Artist & collection
Artist
Nathaniel Parr never left London but spent his evenings counting its gas lamps, scribbling the numbers in pocket notebooks.
