Bidspirit auction | ANTIQUE BRITISH ETCHINGS BY WILLIAM

ANTIQUE BRITISH ETCHINGS BY WILLIAM HOGARTH - A pair of antique satirical etchings by William Hogarth, printed together on a single sheet and originally issued as subscription tickets. The upper image, Crowns, Mitres, Maces, etc., 1754, presents symbols of British royalty, religion, law, and government, while the lower image, Columbus Breaking the Egg, 1753, illustrates the celebrated anecdote used by Hogarth as an allegory for his artistic theories. Framed. Dating to the second half of the 18th-century. Antique British Prints And Art Collectibles. Dimensions Frame 26 1/4 x 17 3/4 in. Image 15 3/4 x 8 in. All measurements are approximate. Condition Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.