Who painted Assembly at Wanstead House?

Assembly at Wanstead House was painted by William Hogarth in 1731.

Where can I see Assembly at Wanstead House?

Assembly at Wanstead House is held by Philadelphia Museum of Art.

What movement is Assembly at Wanstead House?

Assembly at Wanstead House is associated with Rococo painting.

Can I buy a print of Assembly at Wanstead House?

Museum-quality prints of Assembly at Wanstead House are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Assembly at Wanstead House

William Hogarth , 1731

Assembly at Wanstead House is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist William Hogarth. It dates from 1731 and is held in the collection of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Assembly at Wanstead House is a group portrait painting executed in oil paint by William Hogarth, dated to circa 1728–1732. It is currently housed in the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a gathering of formally attired individuals in a grand room with high ceilings, a fireplace, and a large window. The subjects, dressed in attire characteristic of the period, appear to be engaged in a social event, though the specific focus of their attention is unclear.

Technique & Style

The work is characterized by a warm, golden color palette. The artist has captured the figures in formal poses, with attention to detail in their clothing and surroundings, including a silver bowl on a table and a dog beside it.