Artwork
H Beard Print Collection
H Beard Print Collection is a print by the Romanticist artist William Evans. It dates from 1807 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This print is an engraved portrait of Miss Ann Catley, created around 1807.
About this work
Overview
This print is an engraved portrait of Miss Ann Catley, created around 1807. It is part of the Harry Beard Print Collection.
Subject & Meaning
The subject of the portrait is Miss Ann Catley, a figure whose identity and significance beyond the portrait are not specified in the available information.
Technique & Style
The portrait is executed in engraving, a technique characteristic of printmaking in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, suggesting a traditional approach to portraiture at the time.
History & Provenance
The print is dated to circa 1807 and is housed within the Harry Beard Print Collection, indicating its ownership and preservation history.
Context
Created in the early 19th century, the portrait reflects the artistic practices of its time, with engraving being a popular method for disseminating images of notable or fashionable individuals.
Legacy
The legacy of this specific portrait is not detailed in the provided information, though as part of a collection, it contributes to the broader historical record of printmaking and portraiture.
Artist & collection
Artist
William Evans painted quiet English countryside scenes in watercolor during the 1800s.
