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Chairing the Members, Plate IV from The Humours of an Election, 1757. Artist: William Hogarth
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Chairing the Members, Plate IV from The Humours of an Election, 1757. Artist: William Hogarth
Chairing the Members, Plate IV from The Humours of an Election, 1757. This series of four plates depicts the Oxfordshire parliamentary election of 1754. Plate IV 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. From William Hogarth, by Austin Dobson. [Hachette Et Cie, Paris, 1904]
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Chairing the Members, Plate IV from The Humours of an Election, 1757
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by William Hogarth captures the vibrant chaos and political fervor surrounding the Oxfordshire parliamentary election of 1754. In this print, we witness the victorious Tory candidate being carried triumphantly through a bustling street by his jubilant supporters. The scene is filled with a multitude of characters and activities that reflect both the celebratory nature and aggressive undertones of politics. In the foreground, two men confront each other with a flail and club, symbolizing the potential for confrontation in democratic processes. Meanwhile, musicians play lively tunes on their instruments as they march alongside bearers carrying banners and flags. Hogarth's masterful use of monochrome adds depth to this snapshot in time while highlighting key details such as the expressions on people's faces or intricate musical instruments like violins played by talented musicians. The artist's satirical touch can be seen throughout, subtly critiquing various aspects of British democracy during that era. This print serves as a testament to Hogarth's ability to capture not only historical events but also human emotions and societal dynamics within his artwork. It invites viewers to delve into eighteenth-century England's political landscape while pondering timeless concepts such as power struggles, celebrations, and democracy itself.
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