Artwork
H Beard Print Collection
H Beard Print Collection is a print by the Baroque artist G. Schalken. It dates from 1700 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
The H Beard Print Collection features a print by G. Schalken, a representation of a woman in a specific character.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts Miss Rafter, also known as Mrs Kitty Clive, dressed as Phillida, suggesting a connection to a theatrical performance or character.
Technique & Style
The work is characteristic of the Baroque style, known for its dramatic and detailed representations.
History & Provenance
The print is part of the H Beard Print Collection, indicating it was gathered as part of a larger assemblage of similar works.
Artist & collection
Artist
A Dutch Golden Age artist, G. Schalken specialized in finely etched prints of everyday life and domestic scenes. His works often captured quiet moments inside candlelit interiors or along Amsterdam’s canals. Look for…
