Artwork
Mrs Lessingham in the character of Flora
Mrs Lessingham in the character of Flora is a print by the Romanticist artist Terry. It dates from 1 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This 1779 print, published by J.
About this work
The print is titled Mrs Lessingham in the character of Flora.
It was published by J. Harrison & Co., London, on 1st October 1779.
This print is part of the Harry Beard Collection at the Victoria and Albert Museum, and it's interesting because it shows a character from a play or story, which was a common theme in art at the time.
The print is associated with the movement Romanticism.
Overview
This 1779 print, published by J. Harrison & Co. in London, portrays Mrs Lessingham in the role of Flora, highlighting a theatrical character from a play or story.
Subject & Meaning
Depicting Mrs Lessingham as Flora, the print reflects a common artistic theme of the time: illustrating characters from literature and theater, often tapping into mythological or literary references.
Technique & Style
While specific artistic techniques are not detailed, the print's association with Romanticism suggests an emphasis on expressive and emotive representation, characteristic of the movement's early influences.
History & Provenance
Published on 1st October 1779, the print is now part of the Harry Beard Collection at the Victoria and Albert Museum, indicating its recognized historical and artistic value.
Artist & collection
Artist
Terry made hand-colored prints of actors on stage in the late 1700s. In *Mrs Lessingham in the character of Flora* (1 October 1779) the actress stands in a painted garden backdrop wearing a floral gown and a wreath, her…
