William Hogarth

Cartoonist

Birthday November 10, 1697

Birth Sign Scorpio

Birthplace London, England

DEATH DATE Oct 26, 1764 (66)

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About

He was a famous painter and critic that was one of the original comic book artists on Earth.

Before Fame

During his childhood, he worked as engraver for trade cards, apprenticing for Ellis Gamble.

Trivia

Toby Jones portrayed him in the 2006 film A Harlot's Progress.

Family Life

He married his wife Jane, but they had no children.

Associated With

He once painted the actor David Garrick as King Richard III in 1746.