William Hogarth
(England, 1697-1764)


"The Distrest Poet" is a hand-colored engraving published in The Works of William Hogarth, from the Original Plates, Restored by James Heath. The work was published by Baldwin, Cradock and Joy circa 1820-1822.


sight: 16 1/2 by 14 1/2 inches
frame: 23 by 25 inches

William Hogarth - An English painter whose work range from realistic portraiture to satirical caricatures, for which he his most known. During his lifetime, he became very well-known and his work was reproduced for the masses via engravings.


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: There is paper toning and small spots of discoloration. The matting appears to be hand-bevelled and painted. The frame is distressed.

Origin:
United Kingdom

Creator:
Artist: William Hogarth

Materials & Techniques:
Engraving, Paper

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Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; There is paper toning and small spots of discoloration. The matting appears to be hand-bevelled and painted. The frame is distressed.