Artwork

H Beard Print Collection

H Beard Print Collection, by Winter, 1818
H Beard Print Collection, by Winter, 1818

H Beard Print Collection is a print by the Romanticist artist Winter. It dates from 1818 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

This print shows Pietro Generali in a portrait from 1818. It’s part of the H Beard Print Collection, made by an artist named Winter. The style fits the Romanticism movement.

Portraits back then often shared more than just a face. They hinted at personality or status. This one’s no different.

Want to see more Romanticism portraits? Try the Victoria and Albert Museum.

Overview

This 1818 print, part of the H Beard Print Collection, depicts a portrait of Pietro Generali, created by artist Winter.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait of Pietro Generali conveys more than a physical likeness, suggesting aspects of his personality or social status, characteristic of portraiture during the period.

Technique & Style

Executed in a style aligned with the Romanticism movement, the print reflects the expressive and often introspective qualities associated with this artistic trend.

History & Provenance

Created in 1818 by Winter, the print is now held within the H Beard Print Collection, indicating its provenance and current collection affiliation.

Artist & collection

Artist

Winter

This artist carved prints in the early 1800s, turning city corners and shopfronts into ink-on-paper scenes.