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Poster Print : A Rakes Progress, Plate 1, June 25, 1735. Creator: William Hogarth
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A Rakes Progress, Plate 1, June 25, 1735. Creator: William Hogarth
A Rakes Progress, Plate 1, June 25, 1735
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A Rakes Progress Anger Angry Crying Daughter Fiancee Fitting Fortune Georgian Hogarth Hogarth William Inheritance Measuring Morality Rakes Progress Rejected Rejecting Rejection Sadness Sarah Young Tailor Tailoring Tom Rakewell W Hogarth Wealth Wealthy William Hogarth Satirical
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Experience the captivating storytelling of William Hogarth's iconic series "A Rake's Progress" with our stunning poster prints. Begin your journey with Plate 1, "June 25, 1735," featuring the young Tom Rakewell, a naive and wealthy heir, being introduced to the pleasures of gambling and debauchery. This beautifully detailed, high-quality print from Heritage Images brings the intrigue and drama of Hogarth's masterpiece into your home or office. Embrace the history and artistry of this legendary work, now available as a timeless and captivating poster print from Media Storehouse."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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A Rake's Progress, Plate 1
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is a captivating print created by the renowned artist William Hogarth in June 1735. This satirical masterpiece from the 18th century takes us on a journey through the life of Tom Rakewell, a young man whose reckless behavior leads him down a path of moral decline. In this particular scene, we witness an intense moment filled with anger and rejection. Tom's fiancée, Sarah Young, stands before him in tears as her dress is being measured by a tailor. The room exudes wealth and opulence, reflecting the inheritance that Tom squandered away through his extravagant lifestyle. Hogarth's sharp wit and keen observation of human nature are evident in every detail of this engraving. Through his artistry, he criticizes not only Tom's foolish choices but also the societal values that enable such behavior to flourish. This print serves as both a cautionary tale and social commentary on marriage, wealth disparity, and morality during Georgian-era Britain. It reminds us that material possessions alone cannot bring happiness or fulfillment. Today, "A Rake's Progress" continues to be celebrated for its artistic brilliance and historical significance. As it hangs proudly in museums worldwide like The Met Museum (not affiliated with any commercial use), it invites viewers to reflect upon their own lives while appreciating Hogarth's enduring legacy as one of Britain's most influential artists.
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