The Industrious 'Prentice grown rich & Sheriff of London
William Hogarth, 1747
- Kunstenaar
- William Hogarth
- Datering
- 1747
- Soort
- Prent
- Techniek
- etching and engraving
- Afmetingen
- 26,2 × 34,7 cm
- Collectie
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Licentie
- Publiek domein, CC0
Beeldbeschrijving
The image depicts a banquet scene with officials and attendees in an opulent hall. The room has high ceilings and paneled walls with framed paintings and statues. A long wooden table is in the foreground, filled with dishes, and elegantly dressed figures are engaged in a meal or conversation. On the right, a doorway shows more figures entering, and a central figure holds a long staff. The scene captures a lively and social gathering.