The Works Of William Hogarth: In A Series Of Engravings, With Descriptions And A Comment On Their Moral Tendency (1833) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169772410)

The Works of William Hogarth: In a Series of Engravings, with Descriptions and a Comment on Their Moral Tendency is a book written by William Hogarth himself and published in 1833. The book is a collection of engravings and illustrations created by Hogarth, accompanied by detailed descriptions and commentary on their moral significance. Hogarth was a renowned English painter, printmaker, and social critic who lived in the 18th century. His works are known for their satirical and moralistic themes, depicting the vices and follies of contemporary society. The engravings in this book showcase Hogarth's skill in capturing the nuances of human behavior and the complexities of social interactions.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a specific theme or subject matter. These include portraits, genre scenes, and satirical illustrations. The descriptions and commentary provided by Hogarth offer insight into the artist's intentions and the moral lessons he sought to convey through his works.Overall, The Works of William Hogarth: In a Series of Engravings, with Descriptions and a Comment on Their Moral Tendency is a valuable resource for art historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of English art and culture. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of the most influential artists of his time and offers a unique perspective on the social and moral issues of the 18th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: William Hogarth
ISBN-10: 1169772412
ISBN-13: 9781169772410
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 354
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.44lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.81d