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Scholars at a Lecture (William Hogarth)
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Scholars at a Lecture (William Hogarth)
Illustration by William Hogarth (1697-1764) of scholars at a lecture. Their expressions range from yawning and bored through incomprehension to fascinated. From The Follies & Fashions of our Grandfathers: 1807a by Andrew W Tuer. Published in London by Field & Tuer, The Leadenhall Press & Co. 1886/7
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This print by whitemay captures a timeless scene of scholars engrossed in a lecture, as depicted by the renowned artist William Hogarth. The illustration showcases a range of expressions that reflect the various states of mind experienced during such intellectual gatherings. In this snapshot from history, we witness an intriguing spectrum of emotions displayed by the scholars. Some appear visibly bored and on the verge of yawning, their disinterest evident in their drooping eyelids. Others wear expressions of sheer incomprehension, struggling to grasp the complex concepts being presented before them. However, amidst these disengaged individuals lies a group whose faces light up with fascination and curiosity; they are fully absorbed in absorbing knowledge. Hogarth's keen eye for detail is evident in every brushstroke, capturing not only the physical features but also conveying each scholar's unique personality through facial expressions alone. This artwork serves as a window into an era when lectures were highly regarded as sources of enlightenment and intellectual growth. Through this beautifully preserved print from "The Follies & Fashions of our Grandfathers" published over 130 years ago, we are transported back to London during the late 18th century – a time when education was valued above all else. It reminds us that even centuries later, human reactions to learning remain universal: some find it tedious while others find it enthralling.
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