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Where to ride?, illustration for Punch, 1883 (pen & ink on paper)
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Where to ride?, illustration for Punch, 1883 (pen & ink on paper)
863161 Where to ride?A, illustration for A Punch, 1883 (pen & ink on paper) by Corbould, Alfred Chantrey (1852-1920); 19.1x27.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Hampstead Heath); Abbott and Holder, London, UK; English, out of copyright
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© Abbott and Holder, London, UK / Bridgeman Images
Absurd Barred Forbidden Guard Guarding Guards Hampstead Heath Hopeless Illegal Legal Obstacle Paradox Penalty Police Police Officer Policeman Private Prohibited Route Sign Signs Pointless
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The comical illustration "Where to ride?" captures the absurdity of navigating through a maze of signs, red tape, and guards on Hampstead Heath in 1883. Created by Alfred Chantrey Corbould for Punch magazine, this pen and ink drawing measures 19.1x27.9 cm and is now part of a private collection. In this satirical piece, a frustrated rider contemplates his hopeless journey while surrounded by an array of prohibited signs and guarded obstacles. A stern police officer stands nearby, enforcing the strict rules that render any attempt at riding pointless. The cartoonish depiction emphasizes the paradoxical nature of these restrictions as they hinder rather than facilitate travel. Corbould's clever use of imagery highlights the excessive bureaucracy faced by riders during this time period in Britain. The forbidden signs symbolize the numerous barriers imposed upon citizens, making even simple activities like horseback riding subject to penalties and legal consequences. This whimsical artwork not only showcases Corbould's talent but also serves as a commentary on society's tendency to create unnecessary regulations that restrict personal freedom. It reminds us how easily our daily lives can be entangled in red tape and how important it is to question such limitations. Overall, "Where to ride?" offers both amusement and reflection as it humorously portrays the struggle between individuals seeking enjoyment and authorities guarding against perceived threats – all within the context of an idyllic countryside setting on Hampstead Heath.
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