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1. THE ELECTION An election entertainment - two Whig candidates give a banquet to supporters while Tories demonstrate outside
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The Election," a masterpiece by the renowned English artist William Hogarth, captures the political turmoil and passion of the 1752 general election in this stunning print. The scene is set in the bustling streets of London, where two Whig candidates, dressed in fine attire and surrounded by their supporters, are hosting a grand banquet to celebrate their impending victory. The candidates, seated at a long table laden with sumptuous food and drink, exchange jovial glances as they raise their glasses in a toast to their success. Their supporters, a lively and diverse group, cheer and laugh, their faces reflecting a sense of triumph and camaraderie. But outside the banquet hall, the mood is far from celebratory. A group of Tory demonstrators, their faces contorted with anger and frustration, gather in the streets, brandishing signs and shouting insults. One man, his fists clenched in rage, hurls a rock through a window, shattering the fragile peace of the evening. The Humours, personified as comic figures, add an additional layer of complexity to the scene. The Melancholic, a thin, gaunt man with a long face, looks on in despair at the chaos unfolding before him. The Choleric, a burly, red-faced man, incites the Tory demonstrators to violence. And the Spleen, a woman with a pouting mouth and a scowl, adds her own bitter commentary to the scene. This powerful and thought-provoking print offers a fascinating glimpse into the political tensions and passions of 18th-century England. With its intricate details, vivid characters, and masterful use of light and shadow, "The Election" remains a beloved work of art and an important historical document.
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