A Scene from the Beggar's Opera 1729

"A Scene from the Beggar's Opera" is an oil painting by William Hogarth, dating back to 1729. The artwork depicts a scene from the popular ballad opera "The Beggar's Opera." The painting is notable for its satirical portrayal of 18th-century English society. Hogarth's use of vivid colors and expressive brushstrokes adds to the sense of theatricality and humor in the scene. The painting, currently housed at the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C., provides a glimpse into the social satire and theatrical world of the time.