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If musicks charms can hearts enthral, 1730. Artist: William Hogarth
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If musicks charms can hearts enthral, 1730. Artist: William Hogarth
If musicks charms can hearts enthral, this consorts sure above em all. How sweet the sound where cats and bears, with brutish noise offend our ears, just so the foreign singers move, rather contempt than gain our love: were such discouraged we should find, musick at home to charm the mind, 1730. Illustration from Social Caricature in the Eighteenth Century... With over two hundred illustrations by George Paston [pseudonym of Emily Morse Symonds], (London, 1905)
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In this print titled "If musicks charms can hearts enthral, 1730" artist William Hogarth transports us to the vibrant world of music in the 18th century. The scene depicts a theatrical performance where singers take center stage, their voices resonating through the air. However, what makes this illustration truly unique is the inclusion of cats and bears alongside the human performers. Hogarth's artistic genius lies in his ability to capture both harmony and cacophony within a single frame. As we observe these foreign singers with their brutish noise, it becomes apparent that they fail to captivate our love or admiration. Instead, their performance elicits contempt from the audience. The message conveyed by Hogarth is clear - true musical enchantment can only be found at home. By juxtaposing these foreign singers with domestic animals like cats and bears, he emphasizes that genuine charm lies within one's own culture and familiar surroundings. This print serves as a reminder of the power of music to enthrall hearts but also highlights how easily it can fall short when lacking authenticity or connection. Through his masterful use of monochrome imagery, Hogarth invites us into an era where literature, poetry, and art converged on stage to create moments of pure magic for audiences fortunate enough to witness them firsthand. Overall, "If musicks charms can hearts enthral" captures not only a specific moment in history but also speaks volumes about human nature's longing for genuine beauty amidst an abundance of noise
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