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A new Dunciad done with a view of ye fluctuating ideas of ta
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A new Dunciad done with a view of ye fluctuating ideas of ta
A new Dunciad done with a view of ye fluctuating ideas of taste, without preface or introduction. Engraving shows the interior of a room, where Hogarth, no.1, leans against a table while holding an artists pallette and a Pantin, or childs scaramouch. Around Hogarth are arrayed, no. 2, his Genius, no. 3, an Admirer, no. 4 the Fool of Arts, no. 5 a House of Cards, and no. 6 the Imposter knock d down by a French burlelque. To the side, a satyr holds a sheet upon which there is writing. The title refers to Alexander Popes satiric epic poem, The Dunciad. Date 1754?. A new Dunciad done with a view of ye fluctuating ideas of taste, without preface or introduction. Engraving shows the interior of a room, where Hogarth, no.1, leans against a table while holding an artists pallette and a Pantin, or childs scaramouch. Around Hogarth are arrayed, no. 2, his Genius, no. 3, an Admirer, no. 4 the Fool of Arts, no. 5 a House of Cards, and no. 6 the Imposter knock d down by a French burlelque. To the side, a satyr holds a sheet upon which there is writing. The title refers to Alexander Popes satiric epic poem, The Dunciad. Date 1754?
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1. Title: A New Dunciad: An Examination of the Capricious Nature of Taste, depicting Hogarth and the Fluctuating World of Art This engraving, titled "A New Dunciad: An Examination of the Capricious Nature of Taste," dates back to 1754 and offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of art and its ever-changing tastes. The central figure in the room is William Hogarth, no. 1, who leans against a table, holding both an artist's palette and a Pantin, or child's scaramouch. Surrounding Hogarth are various figures that represent different aspects of the art world. No. 2, Hogarth's Genius, hovers nearby, offering guidance and inspiration. No. 3, an Admirer, gazes at Hogarth with admiration and anticipation. No. 4, the Fool of Arts, is depicted as a jester, symbolizing the absurdity and unpredictability of artistic trends. No. 5, a House of Cards, represents the fleeting nature of popularity and success in the art world. And no. 6, the Imposter, is knocked down by a French burlesque, symbolizing the transience of false claims to artistic greatness. To the side, a satyr holds a sheet upon which there is writing, likely a reference to Alexander Pope's satiric epic poem, "The Dunciad." This work served as a critique of the literary and artistic scene in England during the early 18th century, and Hogarth's engraving appears to draw inspiration from it. Overall, this engraving offers a thought-provoking commentary on the unpredictable and capricious nature of taste in the world of art. It invites viewers to reflect on the fleeting nature of popularity and the importance of authentic artistic expression.
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