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Hudibras Encounters the Skimmington (Plate 7: Illustrations to Samuel Butlers Hudi
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Hudibras Encounters the Skimmington (Plate 7: Illustrations to Samuel Butlers Hudi
Hudibras Encounters the Skimmington (Plate 7: Illustrations to Samuel Butlers Hudibras), 1725-30 (?)
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Butler Butler Samuel Hogarth Hogarth William Hudibras Humiliated Humiliating Humiliation Hunchback Procession Processional Public Ridicule Ridiculing Samuel Samuel Butler W Hogarth William Hogarth Skimmington
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This print captures a scene from the 18th-century satire "Hudibras Encounters the Skimmington". Created by an unknown artist, this engraving depicts a public procession where the protagonist, Hudibras, is subjected to humiliation and ridicule. The concept of this artwork stems from Samuel Butler's famous poem "Hudibras" which satirizes various aspects of British society during that time. In the image, we see a hunchbacked man leading the procession while pointing at Hudibras with an air of superiority. Surrounding them are other men who join in on ridiculing our main character. This scene highlights the power dynamics and social hierarchies prevalent in 18th-century Britain. The skilled etching technique used in this print brings out intricate details, emphasizing expressions of both amusement and disdain on people's faces. The use of black and white enhances the dramatic effect and adds depth to each figure present. Preserved within The Metropolitan Museum of Art collection, this piece by William Hogarth showcases his talent for capturing societal critiques through visual storytelling. It serves as a reminder of how literature can inspire powerful artistic interpretations that resonate across centuries.
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