Photo Mug : Hogarth Rake Plate 8
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Hogarth Rake Plate 8
The Rakes Progress 8. A scene in Bedlam asylum
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1735 Asylum Asylums Bedlam Bethlehem Hogarth Insanity Progress Rake Shackles Violin
Photo Mug (11 oz)
Introducing the Media Storehouse Photo Mug, a perfect blend of art and functionality. Featuring the captivating "Hogarth Rake Plate 8" by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online, this mug brings a touch of history and elegance to your daily routine. Witness the intriguing scene from Hogarth's "The Rakes Progress," set in Bedlam asylum, as you enjoy your favorite beverage. Each mug is meticulously printed with high-quality, fade-resistant technology to ensure your artwork remains vibrant and crisp. Embrace the beauty of art in every sip.
A personalized photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 8cm high x 9.5cm diameter (3.1" x 3.7")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
Hogarth's Rake's Progress Plate 8: A Scene in Bedlam Asylum William Hogarth's Rake's Progress is a series of eight engravings that chronicle the downward spiral of a young man named Tom Rakewell, from his naive and innocent beginnings to his ultimate descent into madness and destitution. In Plate 8, titled "A Scene in Bedlam Asylum," Tom is shown surrounded by the chaotic and deplorable conditions of the Bethlem Royal Hospital, also known as Bedlam. Established in 1247, Bethlem Royal Hospital was one of the oldest mental health institutions in Europe, and by the 18th century, it had gained notoriety for its unsanitary and inhumane living conditions. Patients were often shackled and chained, and the hospital was a popular tourist attraction for the curious and the morbidly fascinated. In the print, Tom is depicted sitting on a bed, disheveled and wearing a crown of thorns, a symbol of his mental anguish. He holds a violin, possibly a remnant of his former life as a musician. A dog, a common symbol of madness in art, lies at his feet. In the background, other patients are shown in various states of distress, some chained to their beds, others wandering aimlessly. The scene is chaotic and disturbing, a stark contrast to the orderly and respectable world Tom once inhabited. Hogarth's Rake's Progress is a powerful commentary on the consequences of moral decay and the fragility of the human psyche. Plate 8, with its harrowing depiction of Bedlam, serves as a reminder of the harsh realities of mental illness in the 18th century and the urgent need for reform in the treatment of the mentally ill.
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