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The Rakes Progress: Tavern Scene - Plate II in William Hogarths series
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The Rakes Progress: Tavern Scene - Plate II in William Hogarths series
The Rakes Progress: Tavern Scene - Plate II in William Hogarths series of eight originally published 1735. Here the Rake squanders his fortune on drink, women and gambling. Woman caressing him steals his watch and hands it to accomplice behind him. Engraving
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Alcohol Behind Caressing Crime Drink Fortune Gambling Hands Hogarth Originally Plate Progress Published Rake Scene Series Tavern Watch William 1735 Accomplice Debauchery Pickpocket Steals
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This print showcases Plate II of William Hogarth's renowned series, "The Rakes Progress: Tavern Scene". Originally published in 1735, this engraving vividly depicts the downfall of a young man known as the Rake. In this particular scene, we witness the Rake recklessly squandering his fortune on vices such as drink, women, and gambling. Amidst the chaotic tavern atmosphere filled with debauchery and alcohol-fueled revelry, an unsuspecting woman caresses the Rake while cunningly stealing his watch. With swift precision, she discreetly passes it to her accomplice lurking behind him. This clever pickpocketing maneuver highlights not only the moral decay present within society but also serves as a reminder that crime lurks even in seemingly innocent encounters. Hogarth's masterful engraving skillfully captures both the opulence and depravity of this era. The intricate details bring to life every character's expression and gesture, immersing viewers into a world where excess leads to ruin. "The Rakes Progress: Tavern Scene - Plate II" is part of an eight-piece series that chronicles one man's descent into self-destruction due to his reckless lifestyle choices. Through these engravings, Hogarth offers a cautionary tale about indulgence without consequence. This remarkable print from Universal Images Group (UIG) allows us to appreciate Hogarth's artistic genius while contemplating themes of temptation, greed, and societal decay that remain
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