original engraving by William Hogarth 1733 of peepshow at Southwark (Bartholomew) Fair. Like all other Hogarth pieces, it acts as a window into eighteenth century society and popular culture, and provides an interesting insight into social problems such as drunkenness and petty criminality.
| Item number | 70537 |
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| Category | |
| Type | Peepshow |
| Dimensions | length 645mm; breadth 480mm |
| Language | English |
| Country of origin | UK |
| Related people | William Hogarth (artist) |
Part of the Bill Douglas and Peter Jewell Collection