These vintage engraving prints by William Hogarth depict the story of 'Industry and Idleness' in the 18th century. The prints portray a variety of working life scenes in a satirical manner, showing the contrast between the industrious apprentice and the idle apprentice. The small landscape-oriented prints, produced in 1747, are a perfect addition to any art collection or an excellent gift for history enthusiasts. These original prints come professionally framed in matching ornate frames. The paper material used in the production of these prints is of high quality, ensuring that the prints remain in excellent condition for a long time. They are all in good condition with just some minimal signs of wear. A few minor imperfections on the matting.

Plate 1 ~ THE FELLOW PRENTICES AT THEIR LOOMS

Plate 2 ~ THE IDLE PRENTICE AT PLAY IN THE CHURCH YARD

Plate 5 ~ THE IDLE PRENTICE TURN'D AWAY AND SENT TO SEA

Plate 7 ~ THE IDLE PRENTICE RETURNED FROM SEA AND IN A GARRET WITH A PROSTITUTE

Plate 9 ~ THE IDLE PRENTICE BETRAYED BY A PROSTITUTE

Plate 10 ~ THE INDUSTRIOUS PRENTICE ALDERMON OF LONDON THE IDLE ONE IMPEACHED BEFORE HIM BY HIS ACCOMPLICE EXECUTED AT TYBURN

Plate 11 ~ THE IDLE PRENTICE

Plate 12 ~ THE INDUSTRIOUS PRENTICE LORD MAYOR OF LONDON

Jones & C. Temple of the Muses Pinsbury Square London.

They measure 12" wide and 10.5" tall including frame.

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