In Pictures: The Reopening of Hogarth's House

After a three year restoration project, Hogarth's House in Chiswick, west London has re-opened to the public.

The Grade 1-listed house was the country residence for painter, engraver and philanthropist William Hogarth, and between 1749 and 1764 it served as an Arcadian refuge from the hustle and bustle of London that served as the inspiration for his art.

The work has involved revealing some of the original features, including parts of the flooring, and a sympathetic refurbishment of period details and the house's colour scheme. There are also new displays on the women of the house and a collection of personal artefacts that belonged to Hogarth, including a portable chest in which he kept his palettes and brushes.

Click on the image above to see a slideshow of photographs from Hogarth's House. Please see the website for more information about making a visit.

From the archive:

Hogarth's London: Satire and the Street

Christine Riding looks at William Hogarth’s particular view of the street life of 18th-century London, and at what his interpretation presents in comparison with the artistic offerings of his Continental competitors.

Hogarth: The Savage and the Civilised

David Dabydeen looks at Hogarth's representations of black people in the 18th century.