Hogarth's "Analysis of Beauty" (Dancing) 2

DESCRIPTION: This image is a page from The Penny Magazine published on January 2, 1836, featuring a reproduction of William Hogarth's engraving "Analysis of Beauty, Plate 2".  Main Subject: The engraving illustrates a country dance in a long hall, contrasting elegant movements with awkward ones to explore theories of beauty and grace - showing what is “beautiful in form and graceful in position and motion, by exhibiting their opposites". Border Elements: The central scene is surrounded by small illustrations analyzing different poses, bodily forms, and anatomical studies.  Publication Context: The text identifies this as an article from The Penny Magazine for the Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge.  STYLE: Engraving COLOUR: Monochrome SIZE (cm): 17.75 x 28.5 CREATORS: PUBLICATION: The Penny Magazine 2 Jan 1836 PUBLISHER: DATE: 1836 COMMENTS: Excellent condition SUBJECT: Newsprint PACKAGE: Single one-sided sheet in acid-free mount, flat & unfolded inside hard-backed envelope. Royal Mail Tracked 24 included. Note: Images are provided for illustration purposes only and are intended to show the complete printed product, including any imperfections of age that may be present. Frames or props shown in the images are for display purposes only and are not included with your purchase.