Artwork
Miss Tyrer
Miss Tyrer is a print by the Romanticist artist Unknown. It dates from 6 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
This print shows Miss Sarah Tyrer in a simple white dress, sitting sideways with her hands folded.
It’s dated September 6, 1804 and published in London by J. Roach. The artist remains unknown but the print captures her face with clear, careful lines.
Look up the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more prints from this early 1800s London shop.
Overview
Miss Tyrer is an early 19th-century print portraying a young woman, later identified as Sarah Tyrer (Mrs. Liston), in a serene pose. The work is characterized by its simplicity and attention to detail in capturing the subject's likeness.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, Miss Sarah Tyrer, is depicted in a contemplative state, sitting sideways with her hands folded, conveying a sense of modesty and tranquility. Her simple white dress further emphasizes the understated nature of the portrait.
Technique & Style
Executed with clear, careful lines, the print showcases a meticulous approach to capturing the subject's facial features. The overall style is consistent with early 19th-century British printmaking, emphasizing clarity over embellishment.
History & Provenance
Published on September 6, 1804, by J. Roach in Russell Court, London, the print is part of the Harry Beard Collection. Notably, the artist behind the work remains unidentified.
Context
For similar examples of early 19th-century London printmaking, the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection, particularly prints from J. Roach's shop, provides relevant comparative material.
Artist & collection
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The Nymph of Fontainebleau
Portrait of a Woman
Madonna and Child with Saints in the Enclosed Garden
Venus and Minerva
Family Group of Four on Sofa
Wall painting from Room H of the Villa of P. Fannius Synistor at Boscoreale
