"The Works of William Hogarth"
Sometimes listed as "Six Tickets" since there are six tickets on one plate.
Done in 1822.
Copper Engraving.
From William Hogarth's original engraved plates which had been restored by James Heath, the engraver to His Majesty.
Known as the Heath Edition -- the last edition to be printed from Hogarth's original engraved plates
Published by Baldwin, Craddock, and Joy, who bought the original plates in 1818 (Boydell Sale)
Etched by Joseph Haynes
Wood frame with accents of black and matted under glass.
Frame measures approximately: 25 5/8" width x 31 1/8" height
Matte opening measures approximately: 15" width x 20 1/4" height
William Hogarth (1697 - 1764) was known for his humor and satire; he used art as moral commentary. He also fought for the 1735 Engraver's Act (also known as Hogarth's Act), a copyright law.
Some warping of the matte on the left. Smeared spot on the left. Please see the photos for condition.
Non smoking household