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1.
[Cruelty in perfection] [graphic]

Creator:
Bell, John, active 1721-1780, printmaker
Published / Created:
Jany. 1st. 1750.
Call Number:
Folio 75 H67 800 v.2 (Oversize)
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
Tom Nero, now a highwayman, has been arrested for the murder. He stands in the churchyard over the body of his pregnant lover, Ann Gill, whose throat and wrist are severed. One from the group of men who have apprehended Tom show him the knife as the others restrain him; they are armed with pitchforks, sticks, and other farm tools. Ann lies on her back on the ground, the bundle of plate that she has stolen from her mistress at Nero's request spilling out at her side. The light from the lantern in the left foreground illuminates the contents of Ann's letter to Tom telling the story of her entanglement and guilt. A box with her initials is open revealing a copy of the Book of Common Prayer and a copy of God's revenge against murder. Also on the ground near the lantern are Tom's pistol and a collection of watches that he has stolen. The clock in the church tower shows 1:00; a bat and owls circle overhead
Description:
Title, state, and series title from Paulson., Third in a series of four: The four stages of cruelty., and On page 157 in volume 2. Sheet trimmed to: 50.8 x 39.8 cm.
Publisher:
Invd. & publish'd by Wm. Hogarth
Subject (Topic):
Cemeteries, Criminals, Churches, Homicides, Pregnant women, and Rake's progress
Found in:
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2.
[Cruelty in perfection] [graphic]

Creator:
Bell, John, active 1721-1780, printmaker
Published / Created:
Jany. 1st. 1750.
Call Number:
Hogarth 750.01.01.01++ Box 305
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
Tom Nero, now a highwayman, has been arrested for the murder. He stands in the churchyard over the body of his pregnant lover, Ann Gill, whose throat and wrist are severed. One from the group of men who have apprehended Tom show him the knife as the others restrain him; they are armed with pitchforks, sticks, and other farm tools. Ann lies on her back on the ground, the bundle of plate that she has stolen from her mistress at Nero's request spilling out at her side. The light from the lantern in the left foreground illuminates the contents of Ann's letter to Tom telling the story of her entanglement and guilt. A box with her initials is open revealing a copy of the Book of Common Prayer and a copy of God's revenge against murder. Also on the ground near the lantern are Tom's pistol and a collection of watches that he has stolen. The clock in the church tower shows 1:00; a bat and owls circle overhead
Description:
Title, state, and series title from Paulson. and Third in a series of four: The four stages of cruelty.
Publisher:
Invd. & publish'd by Wm. Hogarth
Subject (Topic):
Cemeteries, Criminals, Churches, Homicides, Pregnant women, and Rake's progress
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > [Cruelty in perfection] [graphic]

3.
[Medea killing her children] [graphic].

Creator:
Boyvin, René, approximately 1525-approximately 1598, printmaker
Published / Created:
[1563]
Call Number:
Print01435
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Description:
Title, creator, date, and place of creation supplied by curator., From: The History of Jason and the Conquest of the Golden Fleece., Above image: 25. In image at bottom: B., This electronic record is derived from historic data and may not reflect our current information. Review and updating of records is ongoing., and Temporary local Medical Library subject terms: Marriage and Married Life; Children and Childcare.
Publisher:
publisher not identified
Subject (Name):
Medea, consort of Aegeus, King of Athens (Mythological character). and Jason (Mythological character).
Subject (Topic):
Retribution, Infanticide, Postpartum depression, Mothers, Children, Homicides, Snakes, Putti, and Warriors
Found in:
Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > [Medea killing her children] [graphic].

4.
Marriage á la mode. engraved from the original picture / [graphic] : Plate V

Creator:
Earlom, Richard, 1743-1822, printmaker
Published / Created:
[1 August 1800]
Call Number:
Hogarth 800.08.01.08++ Box 310
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
In a bedroom of The Bagnio, the mortally-wounded Earl leans on a table, the countess kneeling before him with clasped hands. Behind her on the right Silvertongue escapes through the window. On the left the watchmen stand in the doorway with startled expressions. The floor is strewn with clothing including a hooped petticoat, masks, the countess's shoes and her stays. The painting above the door, the mural on the back wall, and the portrait near the window illustrate the theme
Description:
Title engraved below image., In lower left corner: Size of picture 3 ft. by 2 ft. 4 in., After the painting "The Bagnio" in the National Gallery, London., Sheet trimmed to plate mark., No. 5 in a series of 6 images. Series title engraved below image., Copy of: Catalogue of prints and drawings in the British Museum. Division I, political and personal satires, v. 3, no. 2748., Copy of: Paulson, R. Hogarth's graphic works (3rd ed.), no. 162., and Copy of: Paulson, R. Hogarth's graphic works (1st ed.), no. 232.
Publisher:
Pub. Aug. 1, 1800, by J. & J. Boydell, No. 90, Cheapside & at the Shakspeare Gallery, Pall Mall, London
Subject (Topic):
Adultery, Biblical events, Brothels, Homicides, Interiors, Judges, Masquerades, Rake's progress, and Spouses
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > Marriage á la mode. engraved from the original picture / [graphic] : Plate V

5.
[Mathilda, scene showing stabbing] [art original].

Creator:
Greatheed, Bertie, 1781-1804, artist
Published / Created:
[1796]
Call Number:
49 3729
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
The scene in the church after Manfred has stabbed his daughter Mathilda. She lies on a cot as Theodore holds her head in his hands; a monk with a crucifix in his hand also attends her. Behind the monk, Manfred with arms crossed against his chest looks down in anguish. In the background (right) the right arm of the statue of Alfonso the Good points down accusatorily at the scene unfolding below his tomb
Description:
Title devised by curator. and Date based on Horace Walpole's letter (dated 22 February 1796) to Bertie Greatheed's father in which he admires his son's four drawings that were inspired by his reading of The Castle of Otranto. All four drawings are bound in Horace Walpole's extra-illustrated copy of The Castle of Otranto (Lewis Walpole Library 49 3729).
Subject (Name):
Walpole, Horace, 1717-1797.
Subject (Topic):
Churches, Homicides, Monks, and Tombs & sepulchral monuments
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > [Mathilda, scene showing stabbing] [art original].

6.
The collector of the poll-tax murder'd by Wat Tyler [graphic]

Creator:
Hall, John, 1739-1797, printmaker
Published / Created:
Septr. 1798.
Call Number:
Folio 724 812 B68
Collection Title:
Plate [56] Plate in: Series of one hundred and ninety-six engravings, (in the line manner) by the
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
"Illustration to Bowyer's edition of Hume's History of England; Tyler in his smithy, holding a hammer in his right hand and raising his arm to strike the tax collector standing at left, who reaches greedily towards him, another collector behind him carrying a bag labelled 'poll tax / three groa[ts]'; a woman stands between the two men, attempting to hold back the tax collector; further angry people in the background, a snarling dog between Tyler's legs."--British Museum online catalogue
Alternative Title:
Collector of the poll tax murdered by Wat Tyler
Description:
Title from text below image., Sheet trimmed within plate mark on three sides., and Plate [56] in a volume bound to 50 cm.
Publisher:
Published by R. Bowyer, Historic Gallery, Pall Mall
Subject (Name):
Tyler, Wat, -1381,
Subject (Topic):
Homicides, Poll taxes, Hammers, and Dogs
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > The collector of the poll-tax murder'd by Wat Tyler [graphic]

7.
Burking poor old Mrs. Constitution aged 141 [graphic]

Creator:
Heath, William, 1795-1840, printmaker
Published / Created:
[March 1829]
Call Number:
829.03.00.09+
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
Wellington and Peel, portrayed as the notorious murderers Burke and Hare, pin down an old woman (Mrs. Docherty of the trial) who struggles as they suffocate her. A Jesuit priest enters the room on the right holding a crucifix
Description:
Title from item., Caption at top: Hark! the Doctor Knoxcks [sic], she is almost done and ready for you. Vide Old Play., A figure of 'Paul Pry' is an artist's device used by Wiliam Heath., and In lower border: Sole publisher of P. Prys caricatures.
Publisher:
Pub. March 1829, by S. Gans, 15 Southampton Street, Strand, London
Subject (Name):
Burke, William, 1792-1829., Hare, William, 1792?-1870?, Peel, Robert, 1788-1850, and Wellington, Arthur Wellesley, Duke of, 1769-1852
Subject (Topic):
Catholic emancipation, Great Britain, Homicides, and Clergy
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > Burking poor old Mrs. Constitution aged 141 [graphic]

8.
Cruelty in perfection [graphic]

Creator:
Hogarth, William, 1697-1764, printmaker
Published / Created:
published according to act of Parliament, Feb. 1, 1751. and [between 1790 and 1835]
Call Number:
Print20074
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
Tom Nero, now a highwayman, has been arrested for the murder. He stands in the churchyard over the body of his pregnant lover, Ann Gill, whose throat and wrist are severed. One from the group of men who have apprehended Tom show him the knife as the others restrain him; they are armed with pitchforks, sticks, and other farm tools. Ann lies on her back on the ground, the bundle of plate that she has stolen from her mistress at Nero's request spilling out at her side. The light from the lantern in the left foreground illuminates the contents of Ann's letter to Tom telling the story of her entanglement and guilt. A box with her initials is open revealing a copy of the Book of Common Prayer and a copy of God's revenge against murder. Also on the ground near the lantern are Tom's pistol and a collection of watches that he has stolen. The clock in the church tower shows 1:00; a bat and owls circle overhead
Description:
Title engraved above image., Restrike of a plate first published in 1751. This later printing was issued in The original works of William Hogarth (London : Sold by John and Josiah Boydell, 1790). The plate was again issued, with some lines strengthened by the engraver James Heath, in The works of William Hogarth (London : Printed for Baldwin, Cradock, and Joy ..., 1822); another edition was published by Baldwin & Cradock in 1835., Third in a series of four: The four stages of cruelty., Three columns each with four lines of verse etched below design: To lawless love when once betray'd, soon crime to crime succeeds: at length beguil'd to theft, the maid by her beguiler bleeds. Yet learn, seducing man! Nor night, with all its sable cloud, can screen the guilty deed from sight; foul murder cries aloud. The gaping wounds, and blood stain'd steel, now shock his trembling soul: but oh! what pangs his breast must feel, when death his knell shall toll.", "Price 1s"--Bottom left below design., Temporary local Medical Library subject terms: Prevention of cruelty to animals -- Murder -- Pregnancy., and Price statement has perhaps been partially burnished from plate; it is lightly printed but visible on this impression.
Publisher:
Wm. Hogarth and publisher not identified
Subject (Topic):
Cemeteries, Criminals, Churches, Homicides, and Pregnant women
Found in:
Medical Historical Library, Cushing/Whitney Medical Library > Cruelty in perfection [graphic]

9.
Cruelty in perfection [graphic]

Creator:
Hogarth, William, 1697-1764, printmaker
Published / Created:
published according to act of Parliament, Feb. 1, 1751.
Call Number:
Folio Greenberg 75 H67 753
Collection Title:
Plate 78. Queen Charlotte's collection of Hogarth works. Leaf 54. Album of William Hogarth prints.
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
Tom Nero, now a highwayman, has been arrested for the murder. He stands in the churchyard over the body of his pregnant lover, Ann Gill, whose throat and wrist are severed. One from the group of men who have apprehended Tom show him the knife as the others restrain him; they are armed with pitchforks, sticks, and other farm tools. Ann lies on her back on the ground, the bundle of plate that she has stolen from her mistress at Nero's request spilling out at her side. The light from the lantern in the left foreground illuminates the contents of Ann's letter to Tom telling the story of her entanglement and guilt. A box with her initials is open revealing a copy of the Book of Common Prayer and a copy of God's revenge against murder. Also on the ground near the lantern are Tom's pistol and a collection of watches that he has stolen. The clock in the church tower shows 1:00; a bat and owls circle overhead
Description:
Title engraved above image., Publisher and series title from Paulson., Third in a series of four: The four stages of cruelty., Three columns each with four lines of verse etched below design: To lawless love when once betray'd, soon crime to crime succeeds: at length beguil'd to theft, the maid by her beguiler bleeds. Yet learn, seducing man! Nor night, with all its sable cloud, can screen the guilty deed from sight; foul murder cries aloud. The gaping wounds, and blood stain'd steel, now shock his trembling soul: but oh! what pangs his breast must feel, when death his knell shall toll.", "Price 1s"--Bottom left below design., 1 print : etching and engraving on laid paper ; plate mark 38.7 x 31.9 cm, on sheet 56 x 45 cm., and Leaf 54 in: Album of William Hogarth prints.
Publisher:
Wm. Hogarth
Subject (Topic):
Cemeteries, Criminals, Churches, Homicides, and Pregnant women
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > Cruelty in perfection [graphic]

10.
Cruelty in perfection [graphic]

Creator:
Hogarth, William, 1697-1764, printmaker
Published / Created:
published according to act of Parliament, Feb. 1, 1751.
Call Number:
Kinnaird 54K(b) Box 215
Collection Title:
Plate 78. Queen Charlotte's collection of Hogarth works. Leaf 54. Album of William Hogarth prints.
Image Count:
1
Resource Type:
still image
Abstract:
Tom Nero, now a highwayman, has been arrested for the murder. He stands in the churchyard over the body of his pregnant lover, Ann Gill, whose throat and wrist are severed. One from the group of men who have apprehended Tom show him the knife as the others restrain him; they are armed with pitchforks, sticks, and other farm tools. Ann lies on her back on the ground, the bundle of plate that she has stolen from her mistress at Nero's request spilling out at her side. The light from the lantern in the left foreground illuminates the contents of Ann's letter to Tom telling the story of her entanglement and guilt. A box with her initials is open revealing a copy of the Book of Common Prayer and a copy of God's revenge against murder. Also on the ground near the lantern are Tom's pistol and a collection of watches that he has stolen. The clock in the church tower shows 1:00; a bat and owls circle overhead
Description:
Title engraved above image., Publisher and series title from Paulson., Third in a series of four: The four stages of cruelty., Three columns each with four lines of verse etched below design: To lawless love when once betray'd, soon crime to crime succeeds: at length beguil'd to theft, the maid by her beguiler bleeds. Yet learn, seducing man! Nor night, with all its sable cloud, can screen the guilty deed from sight; foul murder cries aloud. The gaping wounds, and blood stain'd steel, now shock his trembling soul: but oh! what pangs his breast must feel, when death his knell shall toll.", "Price 1s"--Bottom left below design., and Imperfect: sheet trimmed to plate mark 384 x 313 mm.
Publisher:
Wm. Hogarth
Subject (Topic):
Cemeteries, Criminals, Churches, Homicides, and Pregnant women
Found in:
Lewis Walpole Library > Cruelty in perfection [graphic]

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