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Married to an Old Maid, plate V from A Rakes Progress, from The
KW281822 Married to an Old Maid, plate V from A Rakes Progress, from The Works of William Hogarth, published 1833 (litho) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright
Media ID 12793953
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Bride And Groom Marriage Of Convenience Marrying Minister Old Woman Witnesses
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the timeless beauty and wit of William Hogarth's iconic series, "A Rake's Progress," with our exquisite Fine Art Print of "Married to an Old Maid, plate V." This masterpiece from the renowned English painter captures the moment of reckoning for Tom Rakewell, as he is married to the much older and wealthy Mrs. Falconer. The intricate details and vivid colors of this lithograph print, published in 1833, are brought to life in our high-quality reproductions. Add this stunning work of art to your collection and bring a touch of history and elegance to your home or office.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 49.6cm x 40.6cm (19.5" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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
In this print titled "Married to an Old Maid" we are transported back in time to witness a marriage of convenience. Created by the renowned artist William Hogarth, this piece is part of his iconic series called "A Rake's Progress". Published in 1833, it showcases Hogarth's exceptional talent for storytelling through art. The scene unfolds within the walls of a quaint church interior, where a male protagonist finds himself bound in matrimony with an older woman. As witnesses look on, including a priest and minister, the bride and groom stand at the center of attention. The composition cleverly captures their contrasting expressions - he wears a sly smile while she appears stern and unamused. This artwork delves into themes such as ulterior motives and financial arrangements prevalent during the Georgian era. It invites us to ponder upon societal expectations surrounding marriage and relationships based solely on monetary gain rather than love or compatibility. Hogarth's masterful use of caricature adds depth to each character, emphasizing their unique personalities and roles within this narrative. Through his intricate details and satirical approach, he sheds light on human nature's complexities even centuries later. As we admire this lithograph from our private collection today, let us reflect upon how far society has come since then while acknowledging that some aspects may still resonate with contemporary times.
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