HOGARTH / INDUSTRY / IDLE 2

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HOGARTH / INDUSTRY / IDLE 2

2. The industrious prentice performing the duty of a christian Date: 1747

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%unrestricted 1747 Duty Hogarth Idle Idleness Industrious Prentice

EDITORS COMMENTS
William Hogarth's masterpiece, Industry and Idleness: Industry (No. 2, The Industrious Prentice Performing the Duty of a Christian) is a powerful commentary on the contrasting virtues of hard work and idleness in 18th century England. Created in 1747, this print is the second in a series of six, which collectively form one of the most influential works in the history of British art. The Industrious Prentice depicts a young apprentice diligently at work, carving a wooden figure of St. John the Evangelist. The boy's focus and determination are evident as he applies himself to his task, his tools neatly arranged beside him. The print's title, "Performing the Duty of a Christian," underscores the moral and religious dimensions of Hogarth's message. In stark contrast to the industrious apprentice, Idleness, the companion print to this work, portrays the deleterious effects of idleness and vice. Hogarth's use of contrast and juxtaposition in this series is a testament to his artistic genius and his ability to capture the social and moral fabric of his time. Industry and Idleness was a groundbreaking work in its day, and its influence can be seen in the art and literature of the period. The series was widely disseminated through print, and it is believed that thousands of copies were sold in the first few years after its publication. Today, Hogarth's Industry and Idleness remains a powerful reminder of the importance of hard work, diligence, and the pursuit of virtue in one's daily life.

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