Artwork
H Beard Print Collection
H Beard Print Collection is a print by the Romanticist artist Henry Singleton. It dates from 1 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. The work is a full‑length printed portrait of Mr.
About this work
Overview
The work is a full‑length printed portrait of Mr. H. Johnston portraying the character Douglas. Produced in London and dated 1 January 1806, the image forms part of the Harry Beard Print Collection.
Subject & Meaning
Johnston appears in theatrical costume, indicating the portrait captures a stage role rather than a private likeness. Elements of the attire and surrounding props hint at the narrative context of the character he embodies.
Technique & Style
Executed as a print, the image relies on line work and shading to render the figure’s clothing and setting. The composition follows the conventions of early‑19th‑century portraiture, emphasizing the subject’s full figure against a modest background.
History & Provenance
The print was issued in London at the start of 1806 and later entered the Harry Beard Collection, a private assemblage of prints. Its documented date and publisher provide a clear provenance within the early‑modern print market.
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