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England

William Hogarth

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a scene portraying British soldiers and civilians. The illustration shows soldiers and civilians interacting with a caricatured figure. In the foreground, a soldier rests on a barrel, while others are gathered around a table with drinking vessels. The background features a sign for 'Duke of Cumberland' above a tavern entrance, with soldiers seen drilling in the distance. The elaborate costumes, exaggerated expressions, and narrative suggest a satirical tone, typical of this style of art.

Artwork Details

Date
1756
Medium
etching and engraving
Dimensions
4306 × 3537 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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