Trade card for James Figg 1790s
williamhogarth
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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drawing
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aged paper
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pen drawing
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pen illustration
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pen sketch
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old engraving style
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personal sketchbook
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pen-ink sketch
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men
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pen work
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sketchbook drawing
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athlete
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sketchbook art
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sword
This trade card, created in the 1790s by the renowned English artist William Hogarth, depicts James Figg, a master of the "Noble Science of Defence." Figg is shown in a boxing ring, showcasing his skills with a sword and quarterstaff. The card, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to the popularity of boxing during Hogarth's time, and highlights the artist's use of engraving to capture the dynamism of this popular sport.
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