The seraglio (vol. I, pl. 18)

The seraglio (vol. I, pl. 18)

Item Information

Title:
The seraglio (vol. I, pl. 18)
Title (alt.):
A Turkish harem
Description:
Hogarth's first major commission for book illustrations was for Aubry de la Motraye's "Travels." Hogarth took only the costumes and created his own poses.
Artist:
Hogarth, William, 1697-1764
Name on Item:
Wm. Hogarth Sculp
Date:
[February 1724]
Format:
Prints
Genre:
Etchings
Book illustrations
Location:
Boston Public Library
Arts Department
Collection (local):
Holt Collection
Subjects:
Harems
Dance
Extent:
1 print : etching ; plate mark 26 x 35 cm
Permalink:
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Terms of Use:
No known copyright restrictions.
No known restrictions on use.
Language:
English
Notes:
Title from catalogue raisonné.
Alternative title from item.
Paulson: 35
Notes (acquisition):
Gift; Holt; 1979
Notes (date):
Date from catalogue raisonné.
This date is inferred.
Notes (citation):
Paulson, Ronald. "Hogarth's Graphic Works." The Print Room, 1989, London.
Notes (object):
First state. An etching by Hogarth as an illustration for Aubrey de la Mottraye's "A. de La Motraye's travels through Europe, Asia, and into part of Africa..." Numbered XVIII on item.
Identifier:
18_06_000115
Barcode:
36666003801228