Los cinco órdenes de pelucas tal como se llevaron en la última coronación, medidos arquitectónicamente

William Hogarth, 1761

This is a drawing of various styles of periwigs arranged architectonically. The image depicts periwigs with labels and diagrams in a pseudo-scientific style reminiscent of architectural drawings. Each wig is shown in side profiles with letters and names referencing architectural elements. The drawing features several rows of wigs, with the top row on a pediment-like structure and the lower portion on heads in profile. Text adds satirical and informative context to the illustration, framing periwigs as grand fashion statements akin to monumental architecture.
Artista
William Hogarth
Fecha
1761
Tipo
Estampa
Técnica
Aguafuerte sobre papel verjurado
Medidas
29,9 × 22 cm
Colección
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licencia
Dominio público, CC0

Descripción de la imagen

This is a drawing of various styles of periwigs arranged architectonically. The image depicts periwigs with labels and diagrams in a pseudo-scientific style reminiscent of architectural drawings. Each wig is shown in side profiles with letters and names referencing architectural elements. The drawing features several rows of wigs, with the top row on a pediment-like structure and the lower portion on heads in profile. Text adds satirical and informative context to the illustration, framing periwigs as grand fashion statements akin to monumental architecture.

William Hogarth