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Marriage A La Mode - Breakfast Scene, c1832. Artist: TE Nicholson
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Marriage A La Mode - Breakfast Scene, c1832. Artist: TE Nicholson
Marriage A La Mode - Breakfast Scene, c1832. Marriage a-la-mode is a series of six pictures painted by William Hogarth between 1743 and 1745. They are a criticism of upper class 18th century society. Hogarth moralistises on the disastrous results of an ill-considered marriage for money and satirises patronage and aesthetics. The original paintings are held in the National Gallery, London
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This print captures a scene from William Hogarth's iconic series, "Marriage A La Mode - Breakfast Scene" painted between 1743 and 1745. Created by TE Nicholson in c1832, this engraving beautifully depicts the artist's criticism of upper-class society in the 18th century. In this particular image, we witness the disastrous consequences of an ill-considered marriage for money. The room is filled with disarray and chaos, reflecting the untidy state of both the physical space and the relationship within it. The man appears disheveled and uninterested, while his wife sits at the table with a sense of resignation on her face. Hogarth skillfully satirizes patronage and aesthetics prevalent among the upper class during that era. Through his sharp social commentary, he highlights how marriages driven solely by financial gain can lead to unhappiness and dysfunction. The monochrome black-and-white aesthetic adds depth to this portrayal of societal issues that transcend time. As we gaze upon this print held in London's National Gallery today, we are reminded of Hogarth's enduring legacy as a moralist who used art to shed light on human folly. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder that love should be at the heart of any union, rather than material wealth or social status alone.
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