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H Beard Print Collection

Print
early 19th century (printed)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

A coloured lithograph of the actress Mme. Albert (ca.1805-1846) in the role of Madeleine in Madeleine ou la Sabotière, acte 1. It is not dated but was printed by d'Aubert et de Junca.

The text at the top of the print indicates that it is No.42 of a series. It appears to have been connected with a production at the Vaudeville Theatre.

The print is part of the Harry Beard Collection.


Object details

Categories
Object type
TitleH Beard Print Collection (named collection)
Materials and techniques
Lithography
Brief description
A coloured lithograph of the actress Mme. Albert in the role of Madeleine in Madeleine ou la Sabotière, acte 1. It is not dated but was printed by d'Aubert et de Junca. Harry Beard Collection.
Physical description
A full length coloured lithograph of an actress dressed in a black, front-fastening bodice trimmed with scarlet and gold, over a white shirt with very full sleeves. Her skirt is green and full and protected with a white apron with two pockets. On the rear of her head she wears a close fitting cap which is trimmed with ribbons in red, green and gold to match her bodice and skirt.
Dimensions
  • Height: 21.3cm
  • Width: 12.4cm
Credit line
Harry R. Beard Collection, given by Isobel Beard
Subjects depicted
Literary referenceMadeleine ou la Sabotière
Summary
A coloured lithograph of the actress Mme. Albert (ca.1805-1846) in the role of Madeleine in Madeleine ou la Sabotière, acte 1. It is not dated but was printed by d'Aubert et de Junca.

The text at the top of the print indicates that it is No.42 of a series. It appears to have been connected with a production at the Vaudeville Theatre.

The print is part of the Harry Beard Collection.
Collection
Accession number
S.548-2010

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Record createdMay 21, 2010
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