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The Profligate Punished by Neglect and Contempt
Mezzotint on laid paper, by Valentine Green after Edward Pennys The Profligate Punished by Neglect and Contempt, one of a pair, published by R. Sayer and J. Bennet in London, dated 1775. Date: 1775
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The Profligate Punished by Neglect and Contempt
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is a powerful and evocative mezzotint print created by Valentine Green after Edward Penny's original painting, published by Robert Sayer and John Bennett in London during the 18th century. The image, dating back to 1775, depicts a single, gaunt and emaciated man in a vertical, almost life-sized composition, seated on a low stool in a dimly lit room. The man's disheveled appearance and hollow eyes convey a sense of despair and hopelessness, as if he has been abandoned and forsaken by the world. The print is executed in black on laid paper, a technique that adds to the image's dramatic effect, enhancing the contrast between light and shadow and emphasizing the man's physical and emotional state. The use of mezzotint, a labor-intensive printmaking process that involves scraping the surface of a copper plate to create a textured, tonal image, further adds to the print's depth and richness. The title of the print, "The Profligate Punished by Neglect and Contempt," suggests that the man's downfall is a result of his own profligate behavior and the subsequent rejection and disdain of those around him. The image serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of neglect and contempt, and the importance of compassion and care for others. The print is a poignant representation of the human condition during the Georgian era, a time of social and moral change, when issues of health, poverty, and neglect were prevalent. The image invites the viewer to reflect on the human experience and the importance of empathy and compassion, making it a timeless work of art that continues to resonate with audiences today.
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