William Hogarth

Date1795-1822

After work by William Hogarth (1697 - 1764)

Engraver Benjamin Smith II

Maker James Heath (1757-1834)

OriginEngland, London

MediumStipple, aquatint, and etching on wove paper

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1972-409,1

DescriptionLower margin: "Painted by W. Hogarth / Engraved by Benj. Smith / WILLIAM HOGARTH. / From the Original Picture in the Collection of John & Josiah Boydell / Publish'd June 1, 1795, 1795, J. & J. Boydell N.o 90 Cheapside :&: at the Shakespeare Gallery: Pall Mall."
Label TextThis print is based on a self-portrait of English painter and engraver William Hogarth (1697-1764) was one of the most important and famous artists working in the eighteenth century. He is best known for his satircal prints such as A Harlot's Progress, A Rake's Progress, and Marriage-a-la-Mode.