Who painted H Beard Print Collection?

H Beard Print Collection was painted by Charles Turner in 1850.

Where can I see H Beard Print Collection?

H Beard Print Collection is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

Artwork

H Beard Print Collection

H Beard Print Collection is a print by Charles Turner. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This print is one of a collection featuring H Beard.

About this work

Overview

This print is one of a collection featuring H Beard. It depicts a three-quarter length portrait of a woman in period costume.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is Ada Rehan, an actress, portrayed as Katherina from Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew. Her direct gaze conveys confidence, highlighting the strong personality of the character.

Technique & Style

The print employs chiaroscuro, a technique using contrasting light and dark to create depth and volume. This style was characteristic of certain 17th- and 18th-century European prints, though the specific date of this work is not specified.

Artist & collection

Artist

Charles Turner

Charles Turner (31 August 1774 – 1 August 1857) was an English engraver and draughtsman who specialised in portraiture. He collaborated with J. M. W. Turner (to whom he was not related) on the early plates of the same's Liber Studiorum.