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Boys fighting (coloured engraving)
5198803 Boys fighting (coloured engraving) by Alken, Henry Thomas (1785-1851) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boys fighting. Unidentified print.); © Look and Learn
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Animlas Blood Bloody Boxer Boxers Boxing Cage Championship Competing Competition Competitions Disagreement Fist Pugilists Supporters Tavern Tournament Types Violent Brawl Brawling Fighting Conflict Little Boys Young Boy
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This coloured engraving, titled "Boys fighting" by Henry Thomas Alken, takes us back to early 19th century England. The image depicts a scene of young boys engaged in a violent street fight, surrounded by a crowd of intrigued spectators. Dressed in various types of clothing and with birds fluttering above them, these children clash against each other with fists flying and blood staining their clothes. The intensity of the brawl is palpable as supporters cheer on their chosen fighters from behind a makeshift cage. This historical snapshot captures the rawness and brutality that characterized such confrontations during this era. It serves as a reminder of the prevalence of violence even among the youngest members of society. Intriguingly, this print also hints at social dynamics beyond mere physical conflict. The presence of an oafish figure outside a tavern suggests that this fight may have been fueled by disagreement or personal rivalries between individuals or groups. While reminiscent of boxing matches seen in France during that time period, this image transcends national boundaries to reflect broader European cultural norms surrounding competition and championship tournaments. Alken's masterful engraving skillfully brings together elements from history, childhood innocence, animal symbolism (with birds representing freedom), and societal tensions into one compelling visual narrative. As we gaze upon this artwork from our private collection today, we are reminded not only of its artistic value but also its ability to provoke contemplation about humanity's complex relationship with violence throughout history.
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