Artwork
H Beard Print Collection
H Beard Print Collection is a print by the Impressionist artist John Tallis. It dates from 1854 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This print is one of a collection published by John Tallis & Company, featuring a scene from a theatrical performance.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts William Charles Macready as Henry IV in Act III, Scene I of the play Henry IV, capturing a specific moment from the production.
History & Provenance
Created around the 1850s, the print is now part of a museum collection, having been published by John Tallis & Company as part of a larger series of prints.
Context
The print is associated with both Impressionism and Realism, reflecting the artistic movements of its time.
Artist & collection
Artist
John Tallis made 19th-century prints you’ll find in the H Beard Print Collection.
