The Works of William Hogarth (Including The Analysis of Beauty), elucidated by descriptions, critical, moral and historical, with an account of his life, by Thomas Clerk.

London: R. Scholey, 1810. First edition. Complete in two volumes.

An attractive early nineteenth-century collected edition of Hogarth’s works, extensively illustrated with engraved plates after Hogarth, including his celebrated narrative and satirical series.

Both volumes complete with the full complement of plates.

Contemporary full leather bindings with decorative gilt spines. Bindings considerably rubbed and worn, with wear and losses at spine ends and edges, as shown. Some age-related spotting, toning and handling internally. Please study photographs for condition.

Despite the external wear, an appealing and complete 1810 two-volume set, with the engravings being the principal attraction.