A Rake's Progress: pl.1
1735
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1735
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
A Rake's Progress: pl.1 is a 1735 ink by William Hogarth, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching depicts a young man in a lavish room, surrounded by opulent furnishings and symbols of wealth. He is dressed in fine attire, with a sword at his side and a letter in his hand. The room is filled with expensive items, including a large mirror, a clock, and a globe. In the foreground, a servant is shown holding a tray with a drink and a plate of food. The young man appears to be in the midst of a conversation with the servant, who is looking up at him with a concerned expression. The scene suggests that the young man is living a life of luxury and excess, but the servant's expression implies that there may be underlying tensions or problems. To learn more about the artist behind this work, look up Hogarth, William.
