Night

William Hogarth, 1738

This is a drawing of a night street scene. The image shows an urban street with various activities happening. On the left, a building with a window is seen pouring a liquid, alongside hanging signage. In the foreground, two figures carry a lantern, with a group of people behind them engaged in activities near a fire. The architecture of the buildings adds to the setting, with signboards hanging from them. The sky is dark with swirling clouds above. The drawing captures the liveliness of a nighttime street, showcasing urban life.
Artist
William Hogarth
Date
1738
Type
Print
Medium
etching and engraving
Dimensions
48.4 × 38.5 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a drawing of a night street scene. The image shows an urban street with various activities happening. On the left, a building with a window is seen pouring a liquid, alongside hanging signage. In the foreground, two figures carry a lantern, with a group of people behind them engaged in activities near a fire. The architecture of the buildings adds to the setting, with signboards hanging from them. The sky is dark with swirling clouds above. The drawing captures the liveliness of a nighttime street, showcasing urban life.

William Hogarth