Artwork
H Beard Print Collection
H Beard Print Collection is a print by the Romanticist artist James Sayers. It dates from 1781 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
The print is titled H Beard Print Collection by James Sayers.
It's from around 1781 and depicts a character from a play.
The print shows Charles Bannister as Miss Polly Peachum in The Beggar's Opera, which is a interesting theater connection.
You can learn more about this kind of art at the Victoria and Albert Museum or by looking into the movement: Romanticism.
Overview
This print is part of the H Beard Print Collection, created by James Sayers around 1781. It is a representation of a theatrical character.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts Charles Bannister in the role of Miss Polly Peachum from John Gay's play, The Beggar's Opera. This connection to theater highlights the cultural significance of the play and its characters.
Context
The work is associated with the Romanticism movement, which emphasized emotion and individualism. Further information on this artistic and cultural phenomenon can be found at institutions like the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Artist & collection
Artist
James Sayers was a specialist in satirical prints that mocked British politics in the late 1700s and early 1800s.
