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Hudibras Catechiz d, from Hudibras by Samuel Butler (1612-80), illustration from Hogarth Restored: The Whole Works of the celebrated William Hogarth, re-engraved by Thomas Cook, pub. 1812 (hand-coloured engraving)
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Hudibras Catechiz d, from Hudibras by Samuel Butler (1612-80), illustration from Hogarth Restored: The Whole Works of the celebrated William Hogarth, re-engraved by Thomas Cook, pub. 1812 (hand-coloured engraving)
STC451201 Hudibras Catechiz d, from Hudibras by Samuel Butler (1612-80), illustration from Hogarth Restored: The Whole Works of the celebrated William Hogarth, re-engraved by Thomas Cook, pub. 1812 (hand-coloured engraving) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hudibras is beaten by masked men dressed as devils; ); The Stapleton Collection
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Aggression Aggressive Attacked Attacker Beating Bedroom Masks Ralpho Sinister Violent Widow 17 17th 17th 17th Xvii 18th Century Circa 1600 Early 17th Century Early Xvii Century News Item Seventeeth Century
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This print captures a scene from Samuel Butler's renowned poem "Hudibras" illustrated by the celebrated artist William Hogarth. Published in 1812, this hand-coloured engraving showcases the talent of Thomas Cook, who re-engraved Hogarth's original work. In this particular illustration titled "Hudibras Catechiz'd" we witness an intense and unsettling moment. The protagonist, Hudibras, finds himself at the mercy of masked figures dressed as devils within a dimly lit bedroom. The atmosphere is charged with aggression and violence as these sinister characters brutally beat him. The image exudes a sense of mystery and danger as we are left to wonder about the motives behind this attack. Is it driven by revenge or some hidden vendetta? Meanwhile, a female figure watches on with an air of malevolence, adding another layer of intrigue to the composition. The detailed engravings bring to life the characters' emotions and actions in vivid clarity. Each stroke tells a story that draws us into this seventeenth-century world filled with treachery and deception. As we delve deeper into this artwork, it becomes apparent that it is not merely an illustration but rather a visual representation of human nature's darker side. It serves as both a reflection on society during its time and an enduring reminder that aggression can lurk beneath even seemingly innocent facades. This print from Fine Art Finder offers viewers an opportunity to explore historical narratives through art while appreciating the skillful craftsmanship behind each stroke.
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