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Sketch for Industry and Idleness - Plate III, 1747. Artist: William Hogarth
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Sketch for Industry and Idleness - Plate III, 1747. Artist: William Hogarth
Sketch for Industry and Idleness - Plate III, 1747. The idle prentice at play in the church yard during divine service. The idle apprentice plays hustle-cap with some pickpockets and a shoeblack on a tombstone. The parish beadle prepares to strike him with his cane. From William Hogarth, by Austin Dobson. [Hachette Et Cie, Paris, 1904]
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This print showcases William Hogarth's "Sketch for Industry and Idleness - Plate III" from 1747. The image depicts a scene of playfulness and mischief in an English churchyard during divine service. The idle apprentice can be seen engaging in a game called hustle-cap with pickpockets and a shoeblack on top of a tombstone, while the parish beadle prepares to strike him with his cane. Hogarth's artwork skillfully captures the tension between industry and idleness, highlighting the consequences of choosing leisure over work. Through this satirical piece, he critiques societal vices such as crime, laziness, and lack of religious devotion. The monochrome sketch evokes a sense of contemplation as we witness this clash between youthful playfulness and the solemnity of death represented by the tombstone. It serves as a reminder that one's actions have repercussions even within sacred spaces. Intricately detailed, this 18th-century drawing transports us back to Georgian England when trade and manufacturing were booming industries. It offers insight into British society at that time while showcasing Hogarth's mastery in capturing human behavior through art. As we gaze upon this thought-provoking print, we are reminded of the importance of diligence in our chosen professions and how our choices shape not only our own lives but also impact those around us.
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