Canvas Print : 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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Media ID 577057
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1735 Asylum Asylums Bedlam Bethlehem Hogarth Insanity Progress Rake Shackles Violin
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating Hogarth Rake Plate 8 Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic artwork "A Scene in Bedlam Asylum" by Mary Evans Picture Library. This exquisite print brings to life the intriguing narrative from William Hogarth's famous series, "A Rake's Progress." Each brushstroke of this masterpiece comes to life on the textured canvas, transporting you into the heart of the chaotic Bedlam Asylum. Experience the rich history and vivid details of this timeless masterpiece in your very own home. The high-quality canvas print is meticulously produced to ensure long-lasting vibrancy and brilliance, making it a stunning addition to any decor. Embrace the allure of the past and add a touch of history to your living space with the Hogarth Rake Plate 8 Canvas Print from Media Storehouse.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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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