Hogarth, William

Engravings

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ISBN 13:: 9780486224794
author:: Hogarth, William
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Dover Publications Inc.
language:: English
Publication Year:: 1974
Pages:: 205
Dimensions:: 33.8 x 28.4 x 1.8 cm
Condition:: New
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£19.25

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William Hogarth's Engravings feature 101 of his most important works, including major series such as "The South Sea Scheme" and "A Rake's Progress". This collection showcases the artist's mastery of printmaking, with study sketches and paintings that demonstrate the evolution of his final works. Sean Shesgreen, a leading authority on Hogarth, has carefully curated this edition, selecting the best states of the plates and providing insightful commentary on each. A unique feature of this book is the positioning of the editor's notes on facing pages, allowing readers to fully appreciate the artist's use of plot, character, time, setting, and other elements. This comprehensive collection provides a valuable insight into Hogarth's artistic process and is an essential resource for anyone interested in art, printmaking, or the history of British art.

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