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A Rakes Progress, Plate 5, 1st State, 1735 (engraving)
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A Rakes Progress, Plate 5, 1st State, 1735 (engraving)
1071400 A Rakes Progress, Plate 5, 1st State, 1735 (engraving) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); 34.9x39.1 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; (add.info.: The Rake marrying an Old Woman
former fiancee in background Sarah Young with baby symbol of good alternative; ); Foundation for the Arts, The Alfred and Juanita Bromberg Collection, bequest of Juanita K. Bromberg; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23029002
© Foundation for the Arts, The Alfred and Juanita Bromberg Collection, bequest of Juanita K. Bromberg / Bridgeman Images
Abandoned Bridesmaid Cracked Fiancee Grotesque Marriage Of Convenience Marrying Parson Ten Commandments Widow Cobwebs Ecclesiastical Monks Opportunist Rakes Progress Religious Orders Sarah Young
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This print showcases William Hogarth's iconic engraving, "A Rake's Progress, Plate 5,1st State" from 1735. The artwork measures 34.9x39.1 cm and is housed in the Dallas Museum of Art in Texas, USA. In this particular scene, titled "The Rake marrying an Old Woman" we witness a dramatic moment filled with symbolism and social commentary. The central figure, the rake himself, is shown marrying an elderly woman for her wealth and fortune while his former fiancée Sarah Young lingers in the background with their baby—a symbol of a missed opportunity for a good alternative life. The engraving cleverly portrays various elements that critique societal norms and values during the Georgian era. A cracked abandoned priest represents opportunism within religious institutions while cobwebs hint at neglect of spiritual matters amidst materialistic pursuits. Hogarth's satirical approach highlights themes of marriage as a mere convenience rather than based on love or compatibility. The grotesque depiction of characters such as the bridegroom and bridesmaid adds to the biting satire present throughout "A Rake's Progress". This thought-provoking artwork serves as a scathing critique on wealth-driven marriages and society's obsession with money over genuine human connections. It invites viewers to reflect upon moral decay and question whether true happiness can ever be found through such shallow pursuits. Displayed as part of The Alfred and Juanita Bromberg Collection at the Dallas Museum of Art, this engraving
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