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Death of the Earl, plate V of Marriage a la mode, 1833. Artist: TE Nicholson
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Death of the Earl, plate V of Marriage a la mode, 1833. Artist: TE Nicholson
Death of the Earl, plate V of Marriage a la mode, 1833. Early 19th century version of a scene from Hogarths Marriage a la mode of c1743. Silvertongue escapes through a window in the bagnio after mortally wounding the earl. The countess pleads for forgiveness
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Death of the Earl - A Dramatic Scene from Hogarth's Marriage a la mode
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. This print, created by TE Nicholson in 1833, captures a pivotal moment from William Hogarth's iconic series "Marriage a la mode" dating back to the mid-18th century. Plate V portrays an intense scene filled with tension and emotion. In this engraving, we witness Silvertongue, a cunning character, desperately escaping through a window in the bagnio after inflicting a fatal wound upon the earl. The countess, clad in her undergarments and clearly distraught, pleads for forgiveness as her husband lies dying on their opulent bed. The artist skillfully conveys the concept of betrayal within marriage while satirizing British society of that time. With meticulous attention to detail and monochrome aesthetics reminiscent of early 19th-century artwork, Nicholson transports us back to this era where law and social norms clashed with personal desires. The print not only showcases the mastery of both Nicholson and Hogarth but also serves as a reminder of how art can transcend centuries. It allows us to delve into the complexities of human relationships while shedding light on themes such as power dynamics, deceit, and mortality. As we gaze upon this gripping image captured by TE Nicholson over two centuries ago, we are reminded that even amidst tragedy and turmoil depicted here - love lost or betrayed - there is still beauty to be found within artistic expressions that endure throughout history.
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