" The Sleepy Congregation" ... It would appear the celebrant has little regard for the suspended sandglass timer as he examines the Book of Matthew... the oddly positioned lavender gowned maiden is dreaming of matrimony and the deacon seems to be paying close attention to something other than his text... a full communion service is propped up in the background... just one of many dramatic details. William Hogarth invented this scene along with hundreds of others becoming the most copied (no pun intended) engraver of his time. This strike was printed for Carrington Bowles, next to the Chapter House in St. Pauls Church Yard, London. 18th century.
Condition: Professionally cleaned and deacidified, edge repair especially near bottom right. Original red stained frame and backboard kept separate by an acid free mat board.
" When Dulness mounts the Sacred Rostrum, And deals about his sleepy nostrum; Is there an eye awake can keep? No - All submissive nod to Sleep.
Engraved print on chain-laid paper 12 1/2 by 16 1/2 inches framed $1900 More info >>
A romantic scene of the last gasp of love. Title at the bottom states: " Fidelia comforting her Lover" ... original polychrome decoration depicting the lovers on the edge of a wood... his sword and tricorn hat on the ground before them... his regimental attire provides an odd counterpoint to her simple gown and pink-ribboned
straw hat.
Published by Robert Sayer, 53 Fleet Street, London. Dec. 15, 1787
Condition: Quite good. Colors are vibrant. The bottom area near his legs has a slight water stain. Period Frame backed with original backboard kept separate by an acid free mat board.
Engraved print on chain-laid paper 12 by 16 inches framed $595 More info >>
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