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THE WEIGHING HOUSE
The Weighing House, or degrees of Folly Date: circa 1733
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1733 Degrees Folly Hogarth Weighing
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The Weighing House," also known as "Degrees of Folly," is a masterpiece by the renowned British artist William Hogarth, created around 1733. This intricately detailed engraving is a prime example of Hogarth's satirical and moralizing style, which aimed to critique the societal norms and vices of his time. At the heart of the image lies a grand, imposing building, the eponymous Weighing House. This structure serves as a symbol of the unyielding passage of time and the inescapable consequences of folly. The building's facade is adorned with a large set of scales, which are balanced precariously on a fulcrum. The scales represent the delicate balance between virtue and vice, and the folly of the individuals depicted in the scene threatens to tip the scales towards the latter. The crowd gathered around the Weighing House is a microcosm of the diverse and often contradictory nature of human behavior. On one side, a group of people, dressed in their finest attire, are weighed and measured, symbolizing the pursuit of vanity and the desire for societal acceptance. On the other side, a motley crew of drunkards, gamblers, and gluttons are weighed down by their vices, their excesses evident in their bloated bodies and disheveled appearance. Hogarth's use of intricate detail and subtle symbolism invites the viewer to explore the depths of the image and draw their own conclusions about the human condition. The Weighing House stands as a testament to Hogarth's artistic genius and his ability to capture the complexities of human nature in a single, powerful image. This print, with its intricate details and rich symbolism, offers a fascinating glimpse into the societal norms and values of the early 18th century. It serves as a reminder that, despite the passage of time, the human condition remains a complex and intriguing puzzle, ripe for exploration and interpretation.
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