A Harlot's Progress Plate 5

Artist William Hogarth (British; English, 1697 - 1764)

Place of ManufactureEngland, Europe

Mediumetching; engraving Medium Remarks: black ink

DimensionsOverall (support; image - 31.5 x 38.5): 33.1 x 39.3 cm

ClassificationsFINE ART

Credit LineGift of Mrs. Frances Plaunt-Hall

Object number1980.084.002

DescriptionMary Hackabout (The Harlot) dies sitting in a chair & wrapped in blankets. Two doctors are arguing by the door. A woman supports Mary in the chair & Marys son tends the fire. The old nurse ransacks a trunk to see what she can get for herself.

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