Times of the Day Noon from The Works of William Hogarth

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"Times of the Day - Noon" is one of a series of four paintings created by the English artist William Hogarth in 1736, which were later engraved and published in 1738. This series, titled "The Four Times of the Day," is a collection of genre scenes depicting daily life in various locations in London at different times of the day: morning, noon, evening, and night. Each painting is rich in narrative detail and serves as a social commentary on the customs, fashions, and interactions among different classes of society in 18th-century London.

"Noon," the second in the series, is set in the area of St. Giles, a district known for its squalor and the mixed ethnicities of its inhabitants. The scene is a sharp contrast to the elegance and orderly morning routine depicted in the first painting of the series. In "Noon," Hogarth portrays the bustling midday activity outside St. Giles Church, with a focus on the contrast between the French Huguenot refugees, who were known for their industry and sobriety, and the native English residents, depicted as disorganized and rowdy.

The central figures in "Noon" are a French Huguenot couple leaving the church after a service. The man is shown rebuking a young boy who has been frying and selling meat pies on the Sabbath, reflecting the strict religious observance of the Huguenots. In the foreground, a group of disheveled English children are playing a game, adding to the chaotic feel of the scene. The painting is filled with other characters and details that offer a satirical look at the vices and virtues of Londoners, as well as commentary on the tensions between different cultural groups.

As with the other paintings in the series, "Noon" is notable for its vivid characterization and Hogarth's keen eye for the absurdities of human behavior. The work is a fine example of Hogarth's skill in combining humor with a moral message, and it provides valuable insight into the urban landscape and social dynamics of the time.

The original paintings of "The Four Times of the Day" are held in various collections, with "Noon" being part of the collection at the National Trust's Upton House in Warwickshire, England. The engravings made after these paintings helped to cement Hogarth's reputation and were widely circulated, allowing a broader audience to engage with his satirical and moralistic vision of contemporary life.

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