I cinque ordini di parrucche portati all’ultima incoronazione, misurati architettonicamente

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
Datazione
1761
Tipologia
Stampa
Tecnica
Acquaforte su carta vergata
Dimensioni
29,9 × 22 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

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