Artwork
H Beard Print Collection
H Beard Print Collection is a print by W. S. Johnson. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
This print is titled H Beard Print Collection.
It was made by W. S. Johnson in the mid 19th century.
The print shows a portrait of Edmund Kean in a role, which is a notable aspect of this work, as it highlights the connection between theater and art during that time.
You can learn more about this type of art by looking at the work of W. S. Johnson.
Overview
This mid-19th century print, titled H Beard Print Collection, is a portrait of actor Edmund Kean in the title role of Richard III, published by W. S. Johnson in London.
Subject & Meaning
The print commemorates Edmund Kean's portrayal of Richard III, highlighting the intersection of theater and visual art in 19th-century London's cultural landscape.
Technique & Style
While specific technical details of the print are not provided, it is characteristic of mid-19th century printmaking techniques, likely an engraving or lithograph, given the era and publisher's common practices.
History & Provenance
Published by W. S. Johnson in London, the print's provenance beyond its creation is not detailed here, though its title suggests it may be part of a broader collection (H Beard Print Collection).
Artist & collection
Artist
W. S. Johnson made prints in the mid-1800s, leaving behind the H Beard Print Collection between 1846 and 1890. Their work sits in that crowded print-shop era when shops like the one on Fleet Street turned out…
