Hogarth's Hudibras - 1802 - HUDIBRAS CATECHINED

HAND-COLORED COPPER ENGRAVING PRINT

William Hogarth (1697-1764) is regarded as both painter and social critic. A Londoner, he was apprenticed to a copper engraver, producing book illustrations and trade cards. He began to study painting in 1720, later marrying his tutor's daughter, and first made his name as a portraitist. Not until the 1730s did he begin the works which he regarded as "moral subjectsÉ similar to representations on the stage", the first series of six, The Harlot's Progress, being followed by The Rake's Progress, Marriage ˆ la Mode, and others. All are intended to teach by example. Intended by Hogarth as moral tales, his paintings and engravings are today recognized as important historical and social documents.

This print has an image that is about  13" x 9 " on a page that is about 16 " x 11 " and is printed on wove paper.  The The print is in good condtion with some natural age toning.   It is suitable for framing and would be an excellent gift. 

The print that is being offered is of "HUDIBRAS CHATECHINED - Plate 4"