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Cruelty in Perfection

William Hogarth

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of multiple figures gathered around a building and a person on the ground. The setting is outdoors at night, with a clock tower in the background displaying the time as 1:05. Some figures are holding objects, such as pitchforks and lanterns. A paper, a lantern, and a chest are on the ground. A crescent moon and an owl are visible in the sky. The title "CRUELTY IN PERFECTION" is written at the top.

Artwork Details

Date
1751
Medium
etching and engraving
Dimensions
3499 × 4227 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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