The times, pl. 2

The times, pl. 2

Item Information

Title:
The times, pl. 2
Title (alt.):
The times plate II
Description:
The water used to put out the fire in The Times, pl. 1 is turned to peaceful uses and the firefighters are transformed into gardeners. This print is based on the ancient metaphor of the king as Fountain of Honor.
Artist:
Hogarth, William, 1697-1764
Publisher:
John and Josiah Boydell (Firm)
Name on Item:
Designed & Engraved by W. Hogarth
Date:
May 29, 1790
Format:
Prints
Genre:
Etchings
Engravings
Satires (Visual works)
Location:
Boston Public Library
Arts Department
Collection (local):
William Hogarth (1697-1764). Prints
Subjects:
Fountains
Gardens
Sculpture
Rulers
Extent:
1 print : etching and engraving ; plate mark 26 x 32 cm
Permalink:
https://ark.digitalcommonwealth.org/ark:/50959/5138jt41m
Terms of Use:
No known copyright restrictions.
No known restrictions on use.
Publisher:
Cheapside & at the Shakespeare Gallery, Pall Mall, London : J & J Boydell
Language:
English
Notes:
Title from catalogue raisonné.
Alternative title from item.
Paulson: 212
Notes (date):
Date from item.
Notes (citation):
Paulson, Ronald. "Hogarth's Graphic Works." The Print Room, 1989, London.
Notes (object):
Second state. Before the inscription is changed to remove Hogarth from the publication line
Identifier:
18_06_000061
W. 885 (no longer used)
Barcode:
36666003800956