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Marriage A-la-Mode: The Toilette
William Hogarth
A masterpiece of social satire, this intricate scene captures the vibrant and chaotic atmosphere of an 18th-century aristocratic reception.

1743 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A masterfully detailed 18th-century satirical scene by William Hogarth depicting the domestic aftermath of a night of separate excesses.
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A substantial, grounding work with softened warm notes — supports a polished room with depth.
About the piece
Painted in 1743 as the second installment of William Hogarth's famous 'Marriage A-la-Mode' series, 'The Tête à Tête' captures a young aristocratic couple in a state of mutual indifference and exhaustion. The grand room is filled with symbolic clutter—unpaid bills, musical instruments, and broken artifacts—alluding to their moral and financial decay. This iconic work of British art is prized for its narrative complexity and exquisite period detail.
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1743 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A masterfully detailed 18th-century satirical scene by William Hogarth depicting the domestic aftermath of a night of separate excesses.
$129
For the selected configuration
From $129
4 frame sizes
Made to order in ~2 business days · Free U.S. standard shipping (typically 5–8 business days after dispatch)
Where it works
A substantial, grounding work with softened warm notes — supports a polished room with depth.