Music Before 1800 – mb1800-9
Auction Ends: May 22, 2017 09:00 PM EDT

Art

Hogarth Engraving "The Laughing Audience"

Item Number
139
Estimated Value
500 USD
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250 USD to Live Event Bidder

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Item Description

An etching and engraving by the celebrated English artist William Hogarth.  An etching and engraving by the celebrated English artist William Hogarth.  Entitled "The Laughing Audience," it portrays an eighteenth century English theater audience.  In the foreground are the heads of three orchestra musicians.  Behind them is the pit with the working class audience, and in the box are the fops.  Also seen are the industrious orange girls.  A 19th century impression from the original 1733 plate engraved by Hogarth.  Image size 6.8" x 6.4".  Framed and matted with acid-free materials.  Framed size 20" x 16". 

Item Special Note

No shipping.  Must be picked up in New York City.

Donated By:

Bruce Garetz