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Jigsaw Puzzle : A Rakes Progress, 1763; plate VIII of VIII. Artist: William Hogarth
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A Rakes Progress, 1763; plate VIII of VIII. Artist: William Hogarth
A Rakes Progress, 1763; plate VIII of VIII. True to his nature Tom Rakewell has run through a vast fortune through indulgence in all the luxuries of modern living. He has lived riotously, both gambling and whoring. He has married a rich old widow and been ruined a second time. Now the rake is raving mad and shackled for his own safety in Bedlam, the London lunatic asylum. He is comforted by Sarah Young, the poor girl that he had seduced with a false promise of marriage while he was a student at Oxford. Behind two fashionable women have come to view the hospitals inmates
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Asylum Bedlam Bethlehem Hospital Bethlem Hospital Bethlem Royal Hospital Comfort Fiddle Fiddler Grief Hogarth Hospital Immoral Immorality Insanity Madness Manacle Old Bethlehem Hospital Rake Sarah Young Sick Sickness Stringed Instrument Tom Rakewell Violin Violinist W Hogarth William Hogarth Manacles
Jigsaw Puzzle (520 Pieces)
Step into the world of 18th-century debauchery with our exquisite jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. Featuring Plate VIII of Hogarth's iconic series "A Rake's Progress," this puzzle brings to life the infamous tale of Tom Rakewell and his reckless spending. Recreate the intricate details of this Heritage Image, capturing the opulence and decadence of the time. Challenge yourself and immerse in the story as you piece together this stunning artwork, a must-have for puzzle enthusiasts and art lovers alike.
Made in the USA, 520-piece puzzles measure 16" x 20" (40.6 x 50.8 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.5cm (20" x 15.9")
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 print captures a pivotal moment in William Hogarth's iconic series, "A Rake's Progress". Plate VIII of VIII portrays the tragic downfall of Tom Rakewell, a man who squandered his vast fortune on indulgent luxuries. True to his nature, he engaged in reckless gambling and promiscuity, leading him to ruin not once but twice. Now confined within the walls of Bedlam, London's infamous lunatic asylum, Tom is shown in shackles for his own safety. In this scene of despair and madness, he finds solace in the presence of Sarah Young - a poor girl whom he had seduced with false promises during his time as an Oxford student. As we observe this haunting image unfold before our eyes, two fashionable women stand behind them; drawn by morbid curiosity to witness the inmates of this grim institution. The engraving beautifully captures the interior setting of Bethlem Royal Hospital with its somber atmosphere. Hogarth masterfully uses satire to critique society's immorality and excesses during 18th-century England. Through intricate details such as a fiddler playing mournful music on a stringed instrument nearby, Hogarth emphasizes the grief and sickness that have consumed Tom Rakewell's life. This thought-provoking print from Guildhall Library and Art Gallery serves as both a historical document and an artistic masterpiece that continues to resonate with audiences today.
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