Artwork
H Beard Print Collection
H Beard Print Collection is a print by the Impressionist artist Spy. It dates from 20 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
The H Beard Print Collection is a print from 1898.
It's a portrait of Victor Maurel, a baritone singer.
The print was published by Vanity Fair as part of their 'Men of the Day' series, which featured notable men of the time, giving us a glimpse into the past.
You can learn more about the artist who created this portrait, Spy.
Overview
The H Beard Print Collection contains an 1898 portrait print of Victor Maurel, a renowned baritone singer, published by Vanity Fair.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait honors Victor Maurel as a notable figure of his time, highlighting his achievements in music as a 'fine baritone'.
Technique & Style
Created by artist 'Spy', the print exemplifies the characteristic caricature style of Vanity Fair's 'Men of the Day' series, blending likeness with subtle exaggeration.
History & Provenance
Published on October 20, 1898, as part of 'Men of the Day', the print is now part of the H Beard Print Collection.
Context
Part of a larger series featuring eminent men, this print offers a glimpse into late 19th-century cultural values and celebrity.
Legacy
As a 'Men of the Day' piece, it contributes to the historical record of notable late 19th-century figures, with 'Spy's' style remaining recognizable in caricature heritage.
Artist & collection
Artist
Sir Leslie Matthew Ward (21 November 1851 – 15 May 1922) was a British portrait artist and caricaturist who over four decades painted 1,325 portraits which were regularly published by Vanity Fair, under the pseudonyms "Spy" and "Drawl".
