Artwork
The Times, pl.1
The Times, pl.1 is an ink print by the Romanticist artist William Hogarth. It dates from 1762 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. The Times, pl.
About this work
Overview
The Times, pl.1 is a print created by William Hogarth in 1762, combining etching and engraving techniques.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a chaotic scene of a building in flames, with a crowd reacting in various ways. The presence of artworks and a sign for the 'Union Office' inside the burning structure adds to the complexity of the scene, suggesting commentary on contemporary issues.
Technique & Style
Hogarth's use of etching and engraving allows for detailed rendering of the scene, capturing the chaos and intricate details such as broken furniture and varied crowd reactions.
Context
As an English satirist and engraver, Hogarth was known for his social commentary, influencing later political satire through his work on narrative series like A Harlot's Progress and Marriage A-la-Mode.
Artist & collection
Artist
William Hogarth (; 10 November 1697 – 26 October 1764) was an English painter, engraver, satirist, cartoonist and writer.
