Street brawl between two men boxing, knocking over a woman with wheelbarrow, 19th century. Spar'd neither man nor mother's Son - Yea clawed the back o' Horner John

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Street brawl between two men boxing, knocking over a woman with wheelbarrow, 19th century. Spar'd neither man nor mother's Son - Yea clawed the back o' Horner John

5912513 Street brawl between two men boxing, knocking over a woman with wheelbarrow, 19th century. Spar'd neither man nor mother's Son - Yea clawed the back o' Horner John! Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Beattie's John o' Arnha, Montrose, Scotland, 1826.; (add.info.: Street brawl between two men in a 19th century town.); © Florilegius

Media ID 38434948

© © Florilegius / Bridgeman Images

Boxing Fabulous Animal Fantastic Animal Fantastic Creature Fiction Fictional Characters Ghost Monstrous Character Monstruous Montrose Occult Supernatural Tall Tale Wheelbarrow Wonderful Character Fictional Character Monster

EDITORS COMMENTS
This 19th-century print captures a chaotic street brawl between two men engaged in a fierce boxing match, inadvertently knocking over a woman with a wheelbarrow in the midst of their scuffle. The scene is filled with energy and tension as onlookers watch in shock and awe at the unfolding spectacle. The caption "Spar'd neither man nor mother's Son - Yea clawed the back o' Horner John" perfectly encapsulates the raw intensity of this moment, highlighting the brutal nature of the fight and its impact on those caught in its path. The hand-colored copperplate engraving from George Beattie's John o' Arnha transports us back to a time when such public displays of aggression were not uncommon. As we gaze upon this historical image, we are reminded of the primal instincts that drive human conflict and competition. The exaggerated expressions and gestures of the characters add an element of caricature to the scene, blurring the lines between reality and fiction. This print serves as a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era, where tales of monstrous behavior and fantastical encounters were woven into everyday life. It is both a work of art and a window into another world, inviting us to ponder the mysteries and complexities of human nature.

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