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Detail from Chairing the Member, by William Hogarth, 1755 (1956)
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Detail from Chairing the Member, by William Hogarth, 1755 (1956)
Detail from Chairing the Member, by William Hogarth, 1755 (1956). The painting, one of a series of four depicting the Oxfordshire parliamentary election of 1754, shows the victorious Tory candidate being carried in triumph by his supporters. In the foreground, two men, wielding a flail and a club, confront each other. A print from Things, a volume about the origin and early history of many things, common and less common, essential and inessential, by Readers Union, the Grosvenor Press, London, 1956
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This print captures a detail from William Hogarth's iconic painting, "Chairing the Member" which depicts the lively scene of the Oxfordshire parliamentary election in 1754. The artwork is part of a series of four paintings that showcase this historical event. In this particular section, we witness the triumphant Tory candidate being carried aloft by his exultant supporters, celebrating their victory with great fervor. However, amidst the jubilation and political triumph, our attention is drawn to two men in the foreground engaged in an intense confrontation. One wields a flail while the other brandishes a club, symbolizing aggression and violence within politics. This satirical element serves as commentary on power struggles and rivalries inherent in elections during that era. The vibrant colors and meticulous details bring to life this eighteenth-century scene filled with Georgian charm. Through Hogarth's masterful brushstrokes, we are transported back to a time when politics was fiercely contested and winning candidates were hailed as heroes by their loyal followers. This remarkable print is taken from "Things" a volume exploring various aspects of history compiled by Readers Union at Grosvenor Press London in 1956. It showcases not only Hogarth's artistic brilliance but also highlights how art can capture significant moments in British history for generations to come.
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