Williams-Sonoma Plates Set of 4 RARE Satirical Art of William Hogarth

Williams-Sonoma Plates Set of 4 RARE Satirical Art of William Hogarth Set of four gorgeous rare plates by Williams-Sonoma in a pattern "The Satirical Art of William Hogarth". These plates feature various caricatures and scenes from the 18th-century satirical grisaille engravings of William Hogarth. Monochrome plates in white and sepia brown. Made in Japan. Highest quality dishes, very unique and hard to find, discontinued pattern. Perfect for d'oeuvres, canape, or desserts. Gorgeous plates, a great conversation starter! Perfect to add to your table or to give as a very special gift! William Hogarth 10 November 1697 – 26 October 1764) was an English painter, engraver, pictorial satirist, social critic, editorial cartoonist and occasional writer on art. His work ranges from realistic portraiture to comic strip-like series of pictures called "modern moral subjects",and he is perhaps best known for his series A Harlot's Progress, A Rake's Progress and Marriage A-la-Mode. Knowledge of his work is so pervasive that satirical political illustrations in this style are often referred to as "Hogarthian". Measurement: Approx. 6.5" in diameter. Condition: Excellent preloved condition. No cracks, no scratches, no chips.