Lot 018 - Antique Framed Engraving Print, "The Bathos, or Manner of Sinking, in Sublime Paintings," By William Hogarth (English, 1697-1764), Allegorical Scene of Father Time Expiring, Published 1764, 13" W x 16-7/8" H 2853-favs Wood split on frame back

Wood split on frame back right

button and belt enclosures work

and areas of loss

Antique cast iron desk seal press in the form of a figural lion head

present throughout the body and neck

Lot 018 - Antique Framed Engraving Print, "The Bathos, or Manner of Sinking, in Sublime Paintings," By William Hogarth (English, 1697-1764), Allegorical Scene of Father Time Expiring, Published 1764, 13" W x 16-7/8" H 2853-favs Wood split on frame backAntique engraving print titled "The Bathos, or Manner of Sinking, in Sublime Paintings, inscribed to the Dealers in Dark Pictures." The lower margin inscription reads "Design'd and Engrav'd by Wm. Hogarth" and "Publish'd according to Act of Parliam. March 3, 1764." The composition depicts Father Time in a state of collapse, surrounded by broken and decaying objects. A speech bubble reads "FINIS" and a tavern sign reads "The World's End." The lower