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Premium Framed Print : A Rakes Progress, 1735; plate II of VIII. Artist: William Hogarth
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A Rakes Progress, 1735; plate II of VIII. Artist: William Hogarth
A Rakes Progress, 1735; plate II of VIII. Tom Rakewell is at his morning levee, attended by hangers on of various professions. At the rakes feet is a jockey holding a race cup and to the left are a dancing master and a garden designer holding a plan, identified as Charles Bridgeman. The composer seated at the piano represents George Frederic Handel
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Media ID 15167064
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Composer Dance Teacher Garden Design Garden Designer Georg Friedrich Handel George Frederick Handel George Frideric George Frideric Handel Handel Hogarth Jockey Personality Pianist Piano Rake Sportsman Tom Rakewell W Hogarth Wealth Wealthy William Hogarth Bridgeman Charles Bridgeman Pastime
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
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.
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This print captures a scene from William Hogarth's iconic series "A Rake's Progress". Plate II of VIII depicts Tom Rakewell at his morning levee, surrounded by an array of hangers-on representing various professions. At the rake's feet stands a jockey holding a race cup, symbolizing his indulgence in sporting pursuits. To the left, we see a dancing master and Charles Bridgeman, identified as a garden designer holding a plan. The composition also features the renowned composer George Frederic Handel seated at the piano, adding another layer of depth to this 18th-century satire. The image transports us back to an era when wealth and excess were prevalent among Britain's elite. Hogarth's engraving skillfully portrays the opulent interior decoration of Tom Rakewell's surroundings while subtly critiquing society's obsession with materialism and superficiality. Through this work, Hogarth invites viewers to reflect on the consequences that such reckless behavior can have on one's life. This monochrome masterpiece showcases not only Hogarth’s artistic prowess but also his ability to capture social commentary within his works. It serves as both a historical document and an enduring piece of art that continues to resonate with audiences today.
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