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Hogarth  /  Election  /  B  /  W  /  (2)



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Hogarth / Election / B / W / (2)

2. THE ELECTION Canvassing for votes

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Media ID 4306249

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1757 Balcony Canvassing Election Elections Hogarth Votes


20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print

"Bring history to life with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints. This captivating black and white image, "Hogarth / Election / B / W / (2)" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the intriguing scene of "The Election: Canvassing for Votes" by renowned artist William Hogarth. Each canvas print is meticulously crafted with premium materials, ensuring a vibrant and long-lasting display of this iconic work. Elevate your home or office decor with this stunning piece of art that tells a story of political campaigning from the past. Order now and experience the beauty and richness of this classic masterpiece in your personal space."

Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.

Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang

Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.


EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking print by the renowned British artist William Hogarth captures the intense and chaotic scene of an election campaign in 18th century Britain. Titled "The Election: B," this image is the second in a series of six prints that Hogarth created in 1757 to depict the corrupt and manipulative nature of the political process during that time. In this particular print, we see a bustling street scene filled with candidates and their supporters canvassing for votes from the balcony of a grand house. The election, a hotly contested affair, is taking place below on the street, with voters lining up to cast their ballots. The atmosphere is tense and fraught with tension, as political allegiances are openly displayed and tempers begin to flare. On the balcony, a candidate, dressed in fine clothing and surrounded by his supporters, makes a passionate appeal to the voters below. He gestures wildly, trying to sway their opinions with promises and threats. Meanwhile, his opponents, also present on the balcony, engage in heated arguments and even physical altercations with each other and their supporters. The chaos and disorder of the scene is further amplified by the presence of bribers, who offer money and other inducements to voters in exchange for their support. The election official, a portly man in a red coat, looks on with a mixture of resignation and amusement, seemingly powerless to stop the corruption and manipulation that is taking place. This powerful and evocative print offers a fascinating glimpse into the political process of 18th century Britain, revealing the underhanded tactics and corrupt practices that were commonplace at the time. It is a testament to Hogarth's skill as a social commentator and his ability to capture the essence of a historical moment in time.

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