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Mr Macready as Richard II

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

Engraved portrait of the actor William Charles Macready (1793-1873) in the title role of Richard II, by William Shakespeare (1564-1616), early nineteenth century. Harry Beard Collection.

Object details

Categories
Object type
TitleMr Macready as Richard II (assigned by artist)
Materials and techniques
Engraving, printed ink on paper
Brief description
Engraved portrait of the actor William Charles Macready (1793-1873) in the title role of Richard II, by William Shakespeare (1564-1616), early nineteenth century. Harry Beard Collection
Physical description
Engraved portrait of the actor William Charles Macready (1793-1873) in Act 5, Scene 5 of Richard II, Macready is shown in the title role.
Dimensions
  • Height: 26.5cm
  • Width: 16.9cm
Credit line
Harry R. Beard Collection, given by Isobel Beard
Subject depicted
Literary referenceRichard II
Summary
Engraved portrait of the actor William Charles Macready (1793-1873) in the title role of Richard II, by William Shakespeare (1564-1616), early nineteenth century. Harry Beard Collection.
Other number
Collection
Accession number
S.1370-2013

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Record createdApril 23, 2013
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