Description: The Framed Antique 18th Century ( Circa.1749 ) Engraving "O the Roast Beef of Old England / The Gate of Calais", Painted By Artist William Hogarth ( British, London 1697-1764 ), Engraved By Charles Mosley ( British, Ca.1720-Ca.1756 ), and Published According to Act of Parliament March 6th, 1749. The Original Painting was Painted in the Aftermath of Hogarth's Visit to France in 1748, He was Arrested at Calais As A Suspected Spy After Trying to Sketch the Town's Ancient Drawbridge. This Scene Includes A Self-Portrait of Hogarth's on the Left Side Takes Place in that Location and Satires the French and Catholicism. In the Centre A Fat Friar Fingers A Huge Piece of Beef While All Numerous Poor and Emaciated Figures are in Desperate Need of Food. These Include Scottish and Irish Soldiers, Clearly Jacobite Exiles. This Engraving was Purchased From Christie's. It Shows Minimal Toning, Discoloration, and Few Wear on the Frame Consistent with Age, In Good Condition. Title: "O the Roast Beef of Old England / The Gate of Calais"Artist: William Hogarth ( British, London 1697-1764 ) Engraver: Charles Mosley ( British, Ca.1720-Ca.1756 ) Published Date: March 6th, 1749 Medium: Engraving on Paper Condition: Good Condition Frame Size: 24" By 21"Sight Size: 18" By 15" Available For Domestic Shipping and International Shipping. Thanks!
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
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Refund will be given as: Money Back
Artist: William Hogarth
Image Orientation: Landscape
Size: Medium
Period: Baroque/Roccoco (1600-1770)
Title: O the Roast Beef of Old England / The Gate of Calais
Material: Paper
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Framing: Matted & Framed
Subject: Cityscapes, Military
Type: Print
Year of Production: 1749
Item Height: 21 in
Theme: Cities & Towns, History
Style: Illustration Art, Old Master Print
Production Technique: Copper Engraving
Item Width: 24 in
Time Period Produced: 1700-1749
