{"product_id":"william-hogarth","title":"The Works of William Hogarth (2-Vol Set) c.1850","description":"\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eComplete with 150 Steel-Plate Engravings – c. 1850s\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA Definitive Gallery of 18th-Century Satire\u003c\/b\u003e Presenting a complete two-volume set of William Hogarth’s most famous works, compiled by the Rev. John Trusler. Published in London and New York by E.T. Brain \u0026amp; Co., this edition was the premier way for Victorian households to experience Hogarth’s sharp wit and social commentary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHighlights of the Set:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eComprehensive Collection:\u003c\/b\u003e Features the full \"150 Steel Engravings,\" including iconic series such as \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"100\"\u003eThe Rake’s Progress\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"121\"\u003eThe Harlot’s Progress\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"144\"\u003eMarriage A-la-Mode\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"168\"\u003eGin Lane\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMoral Commentary:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes the full descriptive text and \"moral tendencies\" by Rev. Trusler, providing a fascinating look at how the Victorians interpreted Hogarth’s often-bawdy Georgian humor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOriginal Victorian Binding:\u003c\/b\u003e Housed in its original mid-19th-century half-leather binding over marbled boards. A true \"survivor\" set that hasn't been modified or rebound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollector’s Condition Report:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBinding:\u003c\/b\u003e Original condition with honest age-related wear. The spines show characterful scuffing and \"rubbing\" to the leather, with the gilt titles still legible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInternal:\u003c\/b\u003e [Note: Mention if there is foxing or if the plates are generally clean]. The steel engravings remain sharp and clear, far superior to later woodcut reproductions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e E.T. Brain \u0026amp; Co., London \u0026amp; New York. \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"48\"\u003eDate:\u003c\/b\u003e Undated (c. 1850). \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"73\"\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Quarto (Large 4to).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Treasures of the Orient","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43921047486529,"sku":null,"price":800.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/7125\/5105\/files\/1E5C771C-DB62-4C1C-92FB-0F819E68A2AB.jpg?v=1778232009","url":"https:\/\/treasuresoftheorient.com\/products\/william-hogarth","provider":"Treasures of the Orient","version":"1.0","type":"link"}