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Oil on white metal England, 19th century 'A Modern Midnight Conversation' After a painting by William Hogarth (1697-1764), Paul Mellon Collection, Yale Center for British Art, London Inscribed on the verso, 'A modern midnight conversation / by William Hogarth / ano - 1745' Gilt stucco frame Overall dimensions, framed: 65.5 x 75 cm Provenance: Collection tenor Michele Tiziano, Germany William Hogarth, one of the most important English artists of the 18th century, was especially recorded for his widespread, moralizing copper engravings dealing with the English society The present painting is the work of an English artist active in the 19th century. It follows William Hogarth's famous composition called 'A Modern Midnight Conversation' from circa 1732, now in the Paul Mellon Collection. The painter of this version refers to an etching by William Hogarth, which he has recaptured in detail. It depicts a group of smoking and drinking men dressed in period clothing. The abundance of wine has already left its distinct mark on the men's behaviors. The present work is a typical 'modern moral subject' of William Hogarth, in which the artist denounced the problems of England at the time. The painting is inscribed on verso, 'A modern midnight conversation / by William Hogarth / ano - 1745', and shows two labels by the master painter Hermann Anders and the auction house Jacob Hecht in Berlin. The painting is well presented. The metal plate is relatively well preserved with some minor abrasions along the edges. Inspection under UV light reveals a few areas of infillings, and the painting seems to have had very little interventions. The gilt stucco frame shows several material losses. The overall dimensions, framed, are 65.5 x 75 cm, and the metal plate measures 47 x 56.2 cm. William Hogarth (1697-1764) Born in London, the painter and printmaker William Hogarth is considered one of the most important English artists of the 18th century along with Thomas Gainsborough and Joshua Reynolds. He dedicated himself to social themes and can be even regarded as a precursor of modern cartoonists. After his training as a silver and copperplate engraver, he studied painting at a private Academy in London. He also visited the painting and drawing school of the court painter Sir James Thornhill. Around 1720, Hogarth became an independent engraver. A short time later, he made his first group portraits of English families, called 'conversation pieces'. However, Hogarth became famous by his painted and engraved 'modern moral subjects'. Especially his corresponding copper engraving series was very successful. In 1757, Hogarth was appointed court painter to King George II. His works influenced many English cartoonists, and even contemporary artists like Jörg Immendorf were inspired by him. His works are on display in many major museums, including the Hermitage, the J. Paul Getty Museum, the National Gallery and Tate Gallery in London. Shipping costs excl. statutory VAT and plus 2,5% (+VAT) shipping insurance.