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Mr Garrick in the character of Demetrius

Print
1778 (published)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Portrait of 'Mr Garrick in the character of Demetrius' in James Shirley's play The Brothers, 1778, Harry Beard Collection.

David Garrick (1717-1779) was recognised during his lifetime as one of the greatest actors ever in both comedy and tragedy. He was born in Hereford, came to London in 1737 to work as a wine merchant but made his London debut as an actor at Goodman's Fields as Richard III in 1741. He managed the Theatre Royal Drury Lane from 1747 until 1776 and was depicted in many of his most famous roles during his lifetime, especially in paintings by Johann Zoffany (1733-1810).


Object details

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Object type
TitleMr Garrick in the character of Demetrius (assigned by artist)
Materials and techniques
Engraving on paper
Brief description
Portrait of 'Mr Garrick in the character of Demetrius' in James Shirley's play The Brothers, 1778, Harry Beard Collection
Physical description
Engraved portrait of David Garrick in Act II, scene I of The Brothers.
Dimensions
  • Height: 17.5cm
  • Width: 10.7cm
Credit line
Harry R. Beard Collection, given by Isobel Beard.
Subject depicted
Literary referenceThe Brothers
Summary
Portrait of 'Mr Garrick in the character of Demetrius' in James Shirley's play The Brothers, 1778, Harry Beard Collection.

David Garrick (1717-1779) was recognised during his lifetime as one of the greatest actors ever in both comedy and tragedy. He was born in Hereford, came to London in 1737 to work as a wine merchant but made his London debut as an actor at Goodman's Fields as Richard III in 1741. He managed the Theatre Royal Drury Lane from 1747 until 1776 and was depicted in many of his most famous roles during his lifetime, especially in paintings by Johann Zoffany (1733-1810).
Other number
Collection
Accession number
S.646-2013

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Record createdFebruary 8, 2013
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