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A Rakes Progress, 1735; plate VII of VIII. Artist: William Hogarth
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A Rakes Progress, 1735; plate VII of VIII. Artist: William Hogarth
A Rakes Progress, 1735; plate VII of VIII. Tom Rakewell is confined to Fleet Prison, London, for debt, and being harangued by his wife. On the table next to him is the manuscript for a play he has written to try to make some money and a rejection letter. To the left of the room Sarah Young has fainted and a woman with smelling salts tries to revive her. Fourth and final state of plate
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Anger Comfort Debt Disgust Fleet Prison Fury Hogarth Immoral Immorality Penitentiary Prison Prisoner Punishment Rage Rake Rejection Sarah Young Sick Sickness Smelling Salts Tom Rakewell W Hogarth William Hogarth Revive
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This print captures a pivotal moment in William Hogarth's iconic series, "A Rake's Progress". Plate VII of VIII portrays the unfortunate fate of Tom Rakewell, who finds himself confined to Fleet Prison in London due to overwhelming debt. In this scene, Tom is visibly distressed as he endures a heated confrontation with his wife. On the table beside him lies a manuscript for a play he has written in hopes of alleviating his financial woes, accompanied by a rejection letter that further adds to his despair. The room itself is filled with tension and drama. To the left, Sarah Young has fainted from the overwhelming emotions surrounding her. A compassionate woman attempts to revive her using smelling salts, highlighting the physical and emotional toll that imprisonment takes on those involved. Hogarth's masterful engraving skillfully depicts not only the individual characters but also their surroundings. The monochrome palette intensifies the somber atmosphere while emphasizing every intricate detail within this 18th-century setting. Through this artwork, Hogarth offers biting social commentary on themes such as immorality, poverty, and punishment prevalent during his time. It serves as a powerful reminder of how societal vices can lead individuals down destructive paths. Displayed at Guildhall Library and Art Gallery, this image invites viewers into an immersive narrative where they witness firsthand the consequences of reckless behavior and its impact on both individuals and society as a whole.
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