Hogarth moralized : Being a complete edition of Hogarth's works / Containing near fourscore copper-plates, most elegantly engraved. With an explanation, pointing out the many beauties that may have hitherto escaped notice; and a comment on their moral tendency. Calculated to improve the minds of youth, and, convey instruction, under the mask of entertainment. Now first published, with the approbation of Jane Hogarth, widow of the late Mr. Hogarth

Hogarth, William (1697-1764) ; Trusler, John (1735-1820)

Verlag: London : Sold by S. Hooper . and Mrs. Hogarth, 1768

Beschreibung

Finely bound in modern leather-backed, marbled boards. Gilt-blocked leather label to spine. Raised bands. Some light tanning around the margins, with scattered foxing also evident in places. Previous owner's signature covered with an ink mark on the title page. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Further scans, images etc. and additional bibliographical material available on request.; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 212 pages; Physical description: viii, 212, v p. : plates, ports. ; 22 cm. Subjects: Hogarth, William, 1697-1764 -- Artists -- England -- Biography. Notes: Dedication by John Trusler. Features Trusler's commentaries of William Hogarth's satirical prints. Referenced by: English Short Title Catalog, T10099. Lacking frontis. and added title page. 1 Kg. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 216559

Bibliografische Details

Titel: Hogarth moralized : Being a complete edition...

Verlag: London : Sold by S. Hooper . and Mrs. Hogarth

Erscheinungsdatum: 1768

Einband: Hardcover

Auflage: First Edition.