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Pierce Egans Anecdotes: hopping race Clapham
Colour plate: The hopping match on Clapham Common: Jackson the runner exhibiting his agility from Pierce Egans anecdotes of the turf, the chase, the ring and the stage, 1827. Egan was a popular journalist and sports writer. Date: 1827
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Media ID 14397518
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Harry Price
1827 Agility Anecdotes Chase Clapham Common Egan Egans Exhibiting Hopping Jackson Journalist Match Pierce Ring Runner Turf
21"x14" (53x35cm) Canvas Print
Bring the vibrant history of 19th-century England into your home with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This stunning piece showcases "The hopping match on Clapham Common: Jackson the runner exhibiting his agility" by Pierce Egans from Mary Evans Prints Online. Captured in 1827, this color plate illustrates the excitement and energy of a hopping race, a popular pastime during that era. Each Canvas Print is meticulously printed on high-quality canvas material and coated with a protective, scratch-resistant finish. Experience the rich detail and vivid colors as if you were there, making this an unforgettable addition to any room in your home.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 53.3cm x 35.6cm (21" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This color plate, titled "The hopping match on Clapham Common: Jackson the runner exhibiting his agility," is taken from Pierce Egan's renowned collection of anecdotes, "The Turf, The Chase, The Ring, and The Stage," published in 1827. Pierce Egan (1772-1849), a celebrated journalist and sports writer, documented the social and cultural aspects of British life during the Regency era. The image showcases an intense moment from a hopping race that took place on Clapham Common, a popular recreational area in London. Jackson, the agile runner, is in mid-leap, showcasing his remarkable skill and determination. Hopping races were a traditional English pastime, where participants would leap over a series of small barriers, often made of wooden poles, as quickly as possible. The vibrant colors and intricate details of this print bring the scene to life, capturing the excitement and energy of the event. The crowd, consisting of men, women, and children, is intently watching Jackson's performance, their expressions reflecting a mix of awe, anticipation, and delight. The lush greenery of Clapham Common and the colorful attire of the spectators add to the overall charm and allure of the image. Egan's "Anecdotes" were widely popular and helped to establish him as a leading figure in the world of British sports journalism. His writings provided an insightful and entertaining account of various sports and pastimes, making them a valuable historical record of the era. This image of the hopping race on Clapham Common is a testament to Egan's ability to capture the essence of British life during the Regency period.
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