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A Harlot's Progress: pl.5

William Hogarth

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a cluttered room with broken furniture, scattered papers, and debris. At the center, a man appears to be adjusting his collar. To his left, another man is bending over. A woman is gesturing expressively in the background. Various items are scattered around, including a tipped-over ink pot, broken objects, and a fireplace with a fire near a disheveled child. The room shows signs of wear and tear, with a damaged wall and exposed beams. Household items like dishes on a shelf and laundry hanging to dry add to the chaotic and disorderly atmosphere of the room.

Artwork Details

Date
1732
Medium
etching and engraving
Dimensions
4272 × 3548 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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