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William Hogarth's Business Card

Samuel Ireland

1760

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque 18th Century Interior

Dominant colour

William Hogarth's Business Card is a 1760 ink by Samuel Ireland, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Samuel Ireland
When & what style?: 1760 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image shows a framed design with two figures holding up a decorative border. Inside, the word "Engraver" appears with the name "W. Hogarth" at the top. Above the text, cherubs and a wreath sit on the frame, while below, a small coat of arms and scrollwork sit on a ledge. The figures look like classical statues, but they’re part of a printed design meant to advertise Hogarth’s engraving work. The whole thing looks like it was meant to be copied or sold, almost like a business card for an artist. Check out how this was made using engraving.