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The Stage Coach or Country Inn Yard, 1747. Artist: William Hogarth
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The Stage Coach or Country Inn Yard, 1747. Artist: William Hogarth
The Stage Coach or Country Inn Yard, 1747. Illustration from Social Caricature in the Eighteenth Century... With over two hundred illustrations by George Paston [pseudonym of Emily Morse Symonds], (London, 1905)
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The Stage Coach or Country Inn Yard, 1747
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by William Hogarth captures the bustling atmosphere of a coaching inn in 18th century Britain. In this print, we are transported back in time to witness the comings and goings of passengers and their lively interactions. The focal point of the image is a stagecoach, its sturdy wheels resting on the cobblestone ground. Passengers eagerly climb up the steps, while others disembark from their journey. A woman stands near a kennel, attentively watching over her loyal canine companion. The inn itself looms in the background, its architecture reflecting the charm of rural British countryside. Hogarth's attention to detail brings this scene to life; each figure is meticulously depicted with distinct expressions and gestures that reveal their personalities. Men engage in animated conversations while women gracefully navigate through the crowd. The artist skillfully captures both genders' roles within society during this era. This print serves as an invaluable historical document showcasing not only transportation methods but also social dynamics prevalent at that time. It offers us a glimpse into daily life during an age when coaching inns were vital hubs for travel and communication. "The Stage Coach or Country Inn Yard" exemplifies Hogarth's mastery as an artist who effortlessly combines storytelling with satire. With George Paston's illustrations accompanying Emily Morse Symonds' insightful commentary, this print becomes more than just a visual delight—it becomes a window into our past.
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