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Characters & caricaturas
Characters & caricaturas. Print shows numerous faces drawn by English painter and cartoonist William Hogarth to illustrate what he considered the difference between characters (faces drawn from nature) and caricaturas (faces with exaggerated and grotesque features). He also includes copies of faces drawn by Raphael, Annibale Carracci, and Leonardo da Vinci. In the novel, Joseph Andrews, Henry Fielding makes the same distinction, citing the drawings of Hogarth to prove his point. Date 1743. Characters & caricaturas. Print shows numerous faces drawn by English painter and cartoonist William Hogarth to illustrate what he considered the difference between characters (faces drawn from nature) and caricaturas (faces with exaggerated and grotesque features). He also includes copies of faces drawn by Raphael, Annibale Carracci, and Leonardo da Vinci. In the novel, Joseph Andrews, Henry Fielding makes the same distinction, citing the drawings of Hogarth to prove his point. Date 1743
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1. Title: "Characters and Caricaturas: William Hogarth's Illustrative Exploration of Natural Faces and Exaggerated Features" This print, dated 1743, showcases an enlightening collection of faces drawn by the renowned English painter and satirist, William Hogarth. The title "Characters and Caricaturas" encapsulates the essence of this intriguing work, as Hogarth meticulously illustrates the differences between natural "characters" and grotesquely exaggerated "caricaturas." The print is adorned with a myriad of faces, each one a testament to Hogarth's artistic mastery. The characters are drawn from nature, capturing the unique nuances and expressions of individual personalities. In contrast, the caricaturas present faces with exaggerated features, distorted beyond recognition, intended to mock and ridicule. Hogarth's dedication to this exploration of facial expressions is further emphasized by the inclusion of copies of faces drawn by esteemed artists such as Raphael, Annibale Carracci, and Leonardo da Vinci. These masterpieces serve as a backdrop, highlighting the significance of Hogarth's work in the larger context of artistic history. In Henry Fielding's novel, "Joseph Andrews," published the same year as this print, the author makes a similar distinction between characters and caricaturas, citing Hogarth's drawings as evidence. This connection between literature and visual art underscores the relevance and impact of Hogarth's work during this period. This print, a fascinating glimpse into the artistic sensibilities of the 18th century, invites us to appreciate the intricacies of human expression and the power of caricature as a form of artistic commentary.
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