Artwork

H Beard Print Collection

H Beard Print Collection, by The Illustrated London News, 1857
H Beard Print Collection, by The Illustrated London News, 1857

H Beard Print Collection is a print by the Impressionist artist The Illustrated London News. It dates from 1857 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

This print shows the final scene from *The Tempest* as a stage play. It was made by *The Illustrated London News* in 1857 using a printmaking method.

The print mixes Impressionism and Realism, two popular styles at the time. It captures a key moment from Shakespeare’s play on stage.

Look up the Victoria and Albert Museum to see this print in person.

Overview

This 1857 print captures the final scene of Shakespeare's *The Tempest* as staged at the Princess' Theatre, reproduced from *The Illustrated London News*.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts the climactic conclusion of *The Tempest*, translating a pivotal literary moment into a visual representation of a theatrical performance.

Technique & Style

The print employs a blend of Impressionist and Realist styles, characteristic of the period's artistic trends, achieved through an unspecified printmaking method.

History & Provenance

Originally published in *The Illustrated London News* in 1857, the print is now part of the H Beard Print Collection, with a physical copy available for viewing at the Victoria and Albert Museum.

Artist & collection

Portrait of The Illustrated London News

Artist

The Illustrated London News

The Illustrated London News, founded by Herbert Ingram and first published on Saturday 14 May 1842, was the world's first illustrated weekly news magazine.