Hogarth's Works, with life and anecdotal descriptions of his pictures. Volume 2 (of 3)

Name: Hogarth's Works, with life and anecdotal descriptions of his pictures. Volume 2 (of 3)
Author: John Ireland

By John Ireland

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The volume reproduces engraved plates by William Hogarth accompanied by biographical notes, anecdotal histories, and detailed descriptions of each picture, focusing on series such as Marriage à la Mode and other topical prints. Plates are listed and described plate-by-plate, with commentary on subjects, composition, moral lessons, and satirical targets, and includes contextual anecdotes about the paintings' exhibition, sale, and engraving. The commentary balances visual analysis with moral interpretation, tracing narrative sequences within multi-panel sets and explaining iconography, while editors note editorial corrections and provide footnotes and a publisher's catalog.

About the Author

John Ireland

John Ireland was an author known for his detailed works on art and personal narratives. He is particularly recognized for his three-volume series "Hogarth's Works, with life and anecdotal descriptions of his pictures," which provides insights into the life and art of the English painter William Hogarth. In addition to his art criticism, Ireland also authored "The Shipwrecked Orphans," a true account detailing the harrowing experiences of himself and William Doyley after being shipwrecked in the South Seas. His writings reflect a blend of artistic appreciation and personal adventure, contributing to the literary heritage of the 19th century.