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Some of the Principal Inhabitants of the Moon by William Hogarth 1724
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Some of the Principal Inhabitants of the Moon by William Hogarth 1724
3788042 Some of the Principal Inhabitants of the Moon by William Hogarth 1724 by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); (add.info.: Royalty, Episcopacy, and Law by W. Hogarth 1724 Caption reads: Some of the Principal Inhabitants of ye Moon, as they Were Perfectly Discover'd by a Telescope brought to ye: Greatest Perfection since ye. last Eclipse; Exactly Engraved from the Objects, whereby ye: Curious may Guess at their Religion Manners, &c. Satire of a group of nine composite figures, the most prominent of which are a king, whose head is represented by a coin, a bishop whose head is a jew's harp, and a judge whose head is a gavel.WH: English painter, printmaker, satirist, social critic, and cartoonist -10 November 1697 - 26 October 1764
WH 1810 vol II LL); Lebrecht History
Media ID 32179418
© Lebrecht History / Bridgeman Images
Classical Period Eighteenth Engravings Hogarth Hogarth William 1697 1764 Tint Tinted William Hogarth 18th Centuries Britisch Britisch Caricatures Egnland Social History Uk United Kingdom
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This print showcases "Some of the Principal Inhabitants of the Moon" by William Hogarth in 1724. The artwork, created by renowned English painter and satirist Hogarth, is a satire that humorously depicts a group of nine composite figures representing various societal roles. Among these comical characters are a king, whose head is cleverly represented by a coin, symbolizing his wealth and power. Additionally, there is a bishop with a jew's harp as his headpiece, playfully alluding to religious authority. Lastly, we see a judge with a gavel for his head, highlighting the importance of law and order. Hogarth's attention to detail is evident in this engraving which provides insight into their religion and manners. The caption accompanying the artwork states that these lunar inhabitants were discovered through an advanced telescope after an eclipse. This whimsical piece invites viewers to speculate about the customs and beliefs of these imaginary moon dwellers. The historical significance of this 18th-century masterpiece cannot be overstated. It exemplifies Hogarth's talent as both an artist and social critic who used satire to comment on contemporary society. This particular print captures not only the essence of British culture but also offers glimpses into European life during this period. Displayed proudly in galleries worldwide, this fine art print from Bridgeman Images allows art enthusiasts to appreciate Hogarth's genius while immersing themselves in the rich history it represents.
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