Anecdotes of William Hogarth:

One of the most visible, popular, and significant artists of his generation, William Hogarth (1697-1764) is best known for his acerbic, strongly moralizing works, which were mass-produced and widely disseminated as prints during his lifetime. This volume is a fascinating look into the notorious Engl...

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Main Author: Hogarth, William 1697-1764 (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Los Angeles J. Paul Getty Museum 2020
Series:Lives of the Artists
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Summary:One of the most visible, popular, and significant artists of his generation, William Hogarth (1697-1764) is best known for his acerbic, strongly moralizing works, which were mass-produced and widely disseminated as prints during his lifetime. This volume is a fascinating look into the notorious English satirical artist's life, presenting 'Anecdotes of William Hogarth, Written by Himself'; a collection of autobiographical vignettes supplemented with short texts and essays written by his contemporaries, first published in 1785
Physical Description:191 Seiten Illustrationen
ISBN:9781606066447
1606066447