1738
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Noon is a 1738 ink by William Hogarth, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image depicts a lively street scene, with a crowd of people gathered in front of a brick building. The scene is set in the daytime, with the sun shining down on the figures. In the foreground, a woman is shown holding a tray, while a man in the center of the image appears to be addressing the crowd. The artist's use of etching and engraving techniques adds depth and texture to the scene, drawing the viewer's eye to the intricate details of the figures and their surroundings. The overall mood of the image is one of energy and activity, capturing a moment in time from 18th-century life. To learn more about the artistic style and techniques used in this image, explore the Baroque movement.
William Hogarth (; 10 November 1697 – 26 October 1764) was an English painter, engraver, satirist, cartoonist and writer.
See the richer artist pageYour cart is empty
Explore artworks →
