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Metal Print : A Rakes Progress, Plate 8, [June 25, 1735] reissued 1763. Creator: William Hogarth
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A Rakes Progress, Plate 8, [June 25, 1735] reissued 1763. Creator: William Hogarth
A Rakes Progress, Plate 8, [June 25, 1735] reissued 1763
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Asylum Bedlam Bethlehem Hospital Bethlem Hospital Bethlem Royal Hospital City Of London England Comfort Grief Hogarth Hogarth William Hospital Immoral Insanity Madness Manacle Old Bethlehem Hospital Rake Rakes Progress Sarah Young Sickness Stringed Instrument Tom Rakewell Violin Violinist W Hogarth William Hogarth
10"x8" (25x20cm) Table Top Metal Print
Experience the timeless art of William Hogarth with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring Plate 8 from A Rake's Progress, originally created in 1735 and reissued in 1763. This iconic masterpiece by Hogarth, titled "The Rake's Progress: The Sleeping-Out," showcases the rake's descent into poverty and despair, captured in intricate detail. Our high-quality metal prints bring the rich colors and textures of this historic artwork to life, making it a stunning addition to any home or office decor. The durable metal material ensures long-lasting vibrancy and protection against fading, allowing you to enjoy this masterpiece for years to come.
Table Top Metal Prints feature rounded corners and an easel back for easy display. Available in two sizes, 18x13cm (7x5) or 25x20cm (10x8). Lightweight and vibrant, they are perfect for displaying artwork and are guaranteed to add style to any desk or table top. The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures Plate 8 of "A Rakes Progress" by William Hogarth, originally created on June 25,1735 and reissued in 1763. The image depicts a scene set in the infamous Bethlem Royal Hospital, commonly known as Bedlam, during the 18th century in London, England. In this satirical engraving, Hogarth explores themes of immorality, insanity, and grief. The interior of the hospital is depicted with meticulous detail, showcasing its bleak atmosphere. A group of people can be seen within the asylum's confines - both men and women dressed in period fashion. Among them is Tom Rakewell, the protagonist who has descended into madness due to his reckless lifestyle. In this particular plate from Hogarth's series, attention is drawn to a female violinist named Sarah Young. She stands near Tom Rakewell while playing her stringed instrument with great skill but also deep sorrow etched across her face. This juxtaposition highlights the contrast between music as an art form that brings comfort and solace versus the anguish experienced within Bedlam's walls. Hogarth masterfully uses satire to critique society's moral decay through his depiction of characters trapped within their own vices and mental afflictions. This print serves as a reminder of Hogarth's significant contribution to British heritage art and his ability to provoke thought about societal issues that still resonate today.
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