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Hogarth / Election / B / W / (2)
2. THE ELECTION Canvassing for votes
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1757 Balcony Canvassing Election Elections Hogarth Votes
14"x11" Photo Print
Experience the rich history of political campaigns with our Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints featuring "The Election: Canvassing for Votes" by Hogarth from Mary Evans Prints Online. This iconic black and white image, part of the larger series "A Rake's Progress," captures the intensity and passion of electioneering in the 18th century. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials, ensuring vibrant and long-lasting colors. Bring a piece of historical art and political intrigue into your home or office with this captivating print from Media Storehouse.
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Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This striking print by the renowned British artist William Hogarth captures the intense and chaotic scene of an election campaign in 18th century Britain. Titled "The Election: B," this image is the second in a series of six prints that Hogarth created in 1757 to depict the corrupt and manipulative nature of the political process during that time. In this particular print, we see a bustling street scene filled with candidates and their supporters canvassing for votes from the balcony of a grand house. The election, a hotly contested affair, is taking place below on the street, with voters lining up to cast their ballots. The atmosphere is tense and fraught with tension, as political allegiances are openly displayed and tempers begin to flare. On the balcony, a candidate, dressed in fine clothing and surrounded by his supporters, makes a passionate appeal to the voters below. He gestures wildly, trying to sway their opinions with promises and threats. Meanwhile, his opponents, also present on the balcony, engage in heated arguments and even physical altercations with each other and their supporters. The chaos and disorder of the scene is further amplified by the presence of bribers, who offer money and other inducements to voters in exchange for their support. The election official, a portly man in a red coat, looks on with a mixture of resignation and amusement, seemingly powerless to stop the corruption and manipulation that is taking place. This powerful and evocative print offers a fascinating glimpse into the political process of 18th century Britain, revealing the underhanded tactics and corrupt practices that were commonplace at the time. It is a testament to Hogarth's skill as a social commentator and his ability to capture the essence of a historical moment in time.
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