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Burlesque on Kents Altarpiece at St Clement Danes, c1725. Artist: William Hogarth
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Burlesque on Kents Altarpiece at St Clement Danes, c1725. Artist: William Hogarth
Burlesque on Kents Altarpiece at St Clement Danes, c1725. William Kent painted an altarpiece for St Clement Danes Church, London, commissioned by the parishioners. However, they were disappointed when the painting was unveiled and petitioned the Bishop of London, Edmund Gibson, to remove it. It was removed to the vestry during September 1725, although it was borrowed from time to time by the Crown and Anchor Tavern for its music room. The painting was destroyed in an air raid in 1940. From William Hogarth, by Austin Dobson. [Hachette Et Cie, Paris, 1904]
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Altarpiece Austin Dobson Burlesque Dobson Dove Georgian Harp Heaven Heavenly Henry Austin Henry Austin Dobson Hogarth Holy Spirit Kent Radiance Shining St Clement Danes Stringed Instrument W Hogarth William Hogarth William Kent Playing An Instrument Putti Satirical
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This print captures the infamous "Burlesque on Kents Altarpiece at St Clement Danes" by renowned artist William Hogarth. The altarpiece, originally painted by William Kent for St Clement Danes Church in London, was met with disappointment when unveiled to the parishioners. Displeased with the artwork, they petitioned Bishop Edmund Gibson of London to have it removed. In September 1725, their wish was granted as the painting was relocated to the vestry. However, this did not mark its end; instead, it found a new temporary home at the Crown and Anchor Tavern's music room where it occasionally adorned their walls. Sadly, during an air raid in 1940, this historical piece fell victim to destruction. The image showcases a satirical take on religious art from the Georgian era. It depicts cherubs playing musical instruments such as harps while surrounded by radiant light and heavenly symbols like doves and angels. Hogarth's clever use of humor and satire is evident in this monochrome masterpiece. Although lost forever due to war's devastation, this photograph serves as a reminder of both artistic expression and historical significance. It allows us to appreciate Hogarth's talent while contemplating how art can evoke various emotions within different audiences throughout time.
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