Counting Money Collection

The Election II: Canvassing for Votes, 1754-55 (oil on canvas)
SJS1997 The Election II: Canvassing for Votes, 1754-55 (oil on canvas) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); 101.5x127 cm; Courtesy of the Trustees of Sir John Soanes Museum

The Young Heir Takes Possession of the Misers Effects
STC451144 The Young Heir Takes Possession of the Misers Effects, plate I from A Rakes Progress, illustration from Hogarth Restored: The Whole Works of the celebrated William Hogarth

St. Antoninus Drives Away Two False Beggars, lunette, 1613 (fresco)
AII78945 St. Antoninus Drives Away Two False Beggars, lunette, 1613 (fresco) by Coccapani, Sigismondo (1583-1642); Museo di San Marco, Florence, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Miser Being Snuffed Out (pen and wash over pencil on paper)
FIT167632 Miser Being Snuffed Out (pen and wash over pencil on paper) by Dance, George (1741-1825); 23.9x18 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; English

The Election II: Canvassing for Votes, illustration from Hogarth Restored
STC451172 The Election II: Canvassing for Votes, illustration from Hogarth Restored: The Whole Works of the celebrated William Hogarth, re-engraved by Thomas Cook, pub

A Rakes Progress, Plate 1, 1st State, 1735 (engraving)
1071399 A Rakes Progress, Plate 1, 1st State, 1735 (engraving) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); 34.6x38.7 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas

Ms 240 fol. 247 Wordly Things, from Le Miroir d Humilite
XIR184094 Ms 240 fol.247 Wordly Things, from Le Miroir d Humilite by Jean de Gerson (1363-1429) 1462 (vellum) by Flemish School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Municipale, Valenciennes

Don Bartolomeo, a Cistercian Monk from San-Galgano (oil on panel)
ALG166005 Don Bartolomeo, a Cistercian Monk from San-Galgano (oil on panel) by Guido di Graziano (13th century); Archivio di Stato, Siena, Italy; (add.info.: Archivio di Stato Gabella); Italian

The Older One Becomes, The Madder One Becomes, So Says the Old Man (oil on panel)
XIR43201 The Older One Becomes, The Madder One Becomes, So Says the Old Man (oil on panel) by Master of the Prodigal Son, (fl.1530-60); Musee de la Chartreuse, Douai

The Young Heir Takes Possession of the Misers Effects, plate I from A Rake s
KW281805 The Young Heir Takes Possession of the Misers Effects, plate I from A Rakes Progress, from The Works of William Hogarth, published 1833 (litho) by Hogarth

The Raising of an Army, plate 2 from The Miseries and Misfortunes of War
XIR172406 The Raising of an Army, plate 2 from The Miseries and Misfortunes of War, engraved by Israel Henriet (c.1590-1661) 1633 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Callot

Portrait of a Man (oil on panel)
XIR212878 Portrait of a Man (oil on panel) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Beziers, France; German, out of copyright

Cardinal Ildebrandino Paglieresi at his desk, 1264 (tempera on panel)
XIR182064 Cardinal Ildebrandino Paglieresi at his desk, 1264 (tempera on panel) by Diotisalvi or Dietisalvi de Speme, (fl.1259-91); Archivio di Stato, Siena

The Beggars (oil on panel)
XIR166555 The Beggars (oil on panel) by Bourdon, Sebastien (1616-71); 49x65 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

The Election II; Canvassing for Votes, engraved by Charles Grignion (1717-1810) 1757
XIR160435 The Election II; Canvassing for Votes, engraved by Charles Grignion (1717-1810) 1757 (engraving) (b/w photo) (see also 1997) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

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"Counting Money: Exploring the Fascination with Wealth and Greed through Art" In this captivating collection of artworks, we delve into the timeless theme of counting money. From historical paintings to engravings and frescoes, these pieces offer a glimpse into humanity's complex relationship with wealth. "The Election II: Canvassing for Votes, 1754-55 (oil on canvas)" portrays the political frenzy surrounding elections, where candidates vie for power and financial support. As they count their campaign funds, we witness the intertwining of politics and money. Meanwhile, "The Young Heir Takes Possession of the Misers Effects" showcases an intriguing narrative as a young inheritor claims his fortune from a miserly relative. The act becomes symbolic of transition and inheritance. In "St. Antoninus Drives Away Two False Beggars, " depicted in a lunette fresco from 1613, we witness an allegorical scene highlighting deception in begging. Here, counting coins serves as a means to expose falsehoods while reminding us that appearances can be deceiving. Contrasting this is "Miser Being Snuffed Out, " rendered in pen and wash over pencil on paper. This artwork captures the demise of greed itself—a reminder that excessive attachment to wealth can lead to one's downfall. Moving forward in time, Hogarth's illustrations such as "The Election II: Canvassing for Votes" shed light on political corruption fueled by monetary interests. Counting money takes center stage once again as politicians strategize their campaigns based on financial backing. "The Philosophy of Money, " published around 1842 as an engraving, delves deeper into society's obsession with wealth accumulation. It explores how our perception of money shapes our values and priorities—an introspective journey through artistry. Le Miroir d'Humilité presents us with Ms 240 fol. 247 Wordly Things—a reflection upon the transient nature of material possessions.