Photographic Print > Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Art > William Hogarth
Photographic Print : Satire on False Perspective: Frontispiece to "Kirbys Perspective"
Photo Prints from Heritage Images
Satire on False Perspective: Frontispiece to "Kirbys Perspective"
Satire on False Perspective: Frontispiece to " Kirbys Perspective", February 1754
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 20572331
© Heritage Art/Heritage Images
Angler Anglers False Fishing Fishing Rod Georgian Hogarth Hogarth William Joshua Kirby Luke Luke Sullivan Perspective Sullivan W Hogarth William Hogarth Joshua Kirby Satirical
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Experience the wit and wisdom of the past with our Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints featuring the Satire on False Perspective: Frontispiece to "Kirbys Perspective" by Luke Sullivan from Heritage Images. This captivating print, originally published in February 1754, showcases Sullivan's clever use of satire to challenge the conventional understanding of perspective in architecture and art. With its intricate details and thought-provoking commentary, this historic print is a must-have for art enthusiasts, historians, and anyone with an appreciation for the power of satire. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with our high-quality, museum-grade photographic prints.
Ideal for framing, Australian made Photo Prints are produced on high-quality 270 gsm lustre photo paper which has a subtle shimmer adding a touch of elegance, designed to enhance their visual appeal.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Artists
> H
> William Hogarth
> Arts
> Artists
> S
> Luke Sullivan
> Arts
> Artists
> W
> William White
> Arts
> Artists
> William Hogarth
> Arts
> Landscape paintings
> Landscape art
> Landscape paintings
> Arts
> Landscape paintings
> Waterfall and river artworks
> Landscape paintings
> Arts
> Landscape paintings
> Waterfall and river artworks
> River artworks
> Arts
> Pop art
> Satire
> Satirical artwork
> Asia
> Georgia
> Related Images
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Art
> William Hogarth
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the essence of satirical art in the 18th century. Titled "Satire on False Perspective: Frontispiece to 'Kirbys Perspective'", this piece was created by Luke Sullivan, an artist known for his attention to detail and wit. The image depicts a scene from Joshua Kirby's book on perspective, published in February 1754. In the foreground, we see a Georgian gentleman holding a fishing rod, symbolizing the false perspective that is being mocked in this artwork. Behind him stands a bridge with exaggerated dimensions, highlighting the concept of distorted perception. The river flowing beneath adds depth to the composition while also representing geographical features. Sullivan's engraving technique brings out intricate details in both man-made structures and natural elements like trees and hills. This combination creates a visually striking landscape that transports viewers back to 18th-century Britain. The satirical nature of this artwork is evident through its clever commentary on false perspective techniques used during that time period. It serves as a reminder that appearances can be deceiving and challenges viewers to question their own perceptions. Displayed at The Met museum, this heritage art piece showcases William Hogarth's influence on artists like Luke Sullivan who continued his legacy by using satire as a powerful tool for social critique.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.