Hogarth and Europe

A century of war, peace, wealth, poverty, intellectual, social, and religious turmoil, William Hogarth was a British artist who flourished in this fertile turbulence. This book illustrates his most important paintings and prints, juxtaposed with work by major European contemporaries, revealing him as a key figure in British art history and a major European artist. The themes of city life, social protest, sexuality, and satire are still live today.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 224 pages
\n Publication date: 21 October 2021
\n Publisher: Tate Publishing
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A century of remarkable contrasts marked by war, peace, immense wealth, and abject poverty, as well as colossal appetites and devastating famines. It was a time of soaring ideals and profound hypocrisy, where intellectual, social, and religious turmoil intertwined. Amid this tumultuous era, one of Britain's greatest artists emerged, William Hogarth. Renowned for his diverse talents as a painter, printmaker, satirist, and social critic, Hogarth's works captivated audiences with their visual storytelling and profound insights into human nature.

Charles Lamb, a renowned essayist and poet, once remarked on Hogarth's art, stating that "Other pictures we look at; his pictures we read." This book presents a comprehensive exploration of Hogarth's most significant paintings and prints, offering a fresh perspective by juxtaposing them with the work of major European contemporaries who influenced him or drew inspiration from his art. Through this lens, Hogarth emerges not only as a pivotal figure in British art history but also as a significant European artist.

Furthermore, the book unfolds as a narrative of four cities: London, Paris, Venice, and Amsterdam, depicted through maps from the period. These cities served as the backdrop for the themes of city life, social protest, sexuality, and satire that thrived in Hogarth's art and his contemporaries' creations. These themes, which resonated deeply with audiences of his time, continue to be relevant and pertinent in our contemporary world.

Hogarth's art, with its keen observations and satirical wit, captured the essence of the human condition, offering a mirror to society and challenging the norms of the time. His works continue to inspire and provoke thought, reminding us of the complexities and contradictions that shape our world. This book serves as a valuable resource for art enthusiasts, scholars, and anyone seeking to understand the rich tapestry of 18th-century art and its enduring impact.

\n Weight: 1232g\n
Dimension: 218 x 273 x 31 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781849767682\n \n