A Rake's Progress (plate 1 - The Young Heir Takes Possession of the Miser's Effects)
William Hogarth, Artist; William Hogarth, Engraver;
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Measurements
Image 355 x 408mm (sight)
Media
etching and engraving on paper
Description
From the series of 8: A Rake's Progress. Plate 1 shows Tom Rakewell coming into his inheritance and going back on his promise to marry Sarah Young, a girl he seduced while a student at Oxford.
Credit Line
Collection of the Sarjeant Gallery Te Whare o Rehua Whanganui. On long term loan from Collection of Colin and Marg Bleasdale.
Collection Type
Loans
Acquisition Date
21 Jun 2016
