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A huntsman in hunting pinks joins others drinking and smoking before a hunt, 19th century
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A huntsman in hunting pinks joins others drinking and smoking before a hunt, 19th century
6337334 A huntsman in hunting pinks joins others drinking and smoking before a hunt, 19th century by Leech, John (1817-64) (after); (add.info.: A huntsman in hunting pinks joins others drinking and smoking before a hunt, 19th century. Drunken Sir Harry Scattercash greets Mr. Sponge as he arrives at Nonsuch House. Mr. Sponge arrives at Sir Arry s. Handcoloured steel engraving after an illustration by John Leech from Robert Smith Surtees Mr. Sponges Sporting Tour, Bradbury and Evans. London, 1853.); © Florilegius
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Alcoholism Blood Sports Champagne Cigars Comical Drunk Drunkenness Foxhunt Hunting Pinks Huntsman John Leech Punch Robert Smith Surtees Sponge Sponges Sporting Tour Steel Engraving Victorian Era Comics Handcoloured Nonsuch House
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This 19th-century print captures a lively scene before a hunt, showcasing the indulgent and comical nature of this traditional sport. In the center of the image stands a huntsman dressed in vibrant hunting pinks, joining his fellow hunters for some pre-hunt revelry. Cigars are lit, glasses are raised, and laughter fills the air as they engage in their favorite pastimes: drinking and smoking. The focal point of this jovial gathering is Drunken Sir Harry Scattercash warmly welcoming Mr. Sponge to Nonsuch House. The exaggerated caricatures add an element of humor to the scene, highlighting the lightheartedness that often accompanied these blood sports. Amidst all the merriment, it becomes evident that alcohol plays a significant role in this social ritual. Champagne flows freely as punch bowls overflow with libations fit for celebration. This depiction sheds light on both the conviviality and potential excesses associated with such gatherings during Victorian times. Handcolored steel engraving brings life to John Leech's original illustration from Robert Smith Surtees' "Mr. Sponges Sporting Tour" published in 1853 by Bradbury and Evans. Through its detailed portrayal of characters and settings, this artwork provides us with a glimpse into an era where foxhunting was not only about chasing prey but also about camaraderie and leisurely pursuits. Overall, this print serves as both an amusing historical artifact and a reminder of how societal norms have evolved over
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