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Tavern scene from The Rakes Progress, 1735. Artist: William Hogarth
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Tavern scene from The Rakes Progress, 1735. Artist: William Hogarth
Tavern scene from The Rakes Progress, 1735. Plate II in William Hogarths series of eight illustrations originally published in 1735. Here the Rake squanders his fortune on drink, women and gambling. A woman caressing him steals his watch and hands it to an accomplice behind him
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This print captures a pivotal moment in William Hogarth's iconic series, "The Rakes Progress". In Plate II, we witness the downfall of the rake as he indulges in debauchery within the walls of a bustling tavern. The scene is rife with moral decay and criminal activity. Amidst rowdy men and untidy surroundings, our foolish protagonist squanders his fortune on drink, women, and gambling. Unbeknownst to him, a seductive woman caresses him while deftly stealing his watch. She swiftly passes it to her accomplice lurking behind him. Hogarth's engraving skillfully depicts the careless nature of 18th-century Britain society. The artist uses black and white tones to emphasize the stark contrast between virtue and vice that permeates this scene. Through satire and meticulous detail, Hogarth exposes not only the folly of one man but also societal flaws that enable such behavior. As we gaze upon this print from Heritage Images' collection, we are transported back in time to witness an era where lawlessness thrived within public houses like this one. It serves as a reminder that even amidst chaos and obliviousness, there are always those who prey on others for personal gain. William Hogarth's Tavern Scene is an enduring testament to his artistic genius and social commentary—a powerful image that continues to captivate viewers centuries later.
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