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Fiddler in Thomas Hardy Drama Festival, Dorchester
At the Thomas Hardy Drama Festival in Dorchester, Dorset, Henry Bailey, the old fiddler, played the College Hornpipe in the play The Three Wayfarers. He was 75 years of age and one of the last of the old fiddlers who used to travel from one village to another playing at fairs and merrymakings. The famous old Corn Exchange saw the fourth production of a Hardy play acted by Thomas Hardys fellow townsmen, dramatised by the novelist himself. It was reported at the time that the men who were to play in The Three Wayfarers and The Distracted Preacher stood at their shop doors all afternoon, with fitful glances every now and then at The Corn Exchange clock, as if impatient for it to point to the hour of the dress rehearsal. The old Kings Head Hotel, which features in The Mayor of Casterbridge, had for days been filling up with visitors.
circa 1911
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Bailey Barrel College Dorchester Dorset Drama Elderly Fairs Festival Fiddle Fiddler Hardy Hornpipe Instrument Smock Violin Violinist Wessex Fiddlers Musical Wayfarers
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Bring the enchanting world of Thomas Hardy's Drama Festival to life with our exquisite Fine Art Print of 'Fiddler in Thomas Hardy Drama Festival, Dorchester' by Mary Evans Picture Library/The Pete Frost Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online. This beautiful print captures the essence of the old fiddler, Henry Bailey, as he plays the College Hornpipe in the classic play 'The Three Wayfarers.' Each print is meticulously crafted with vibrant colors and intricate details, making it a stunning addition to any home or office. Transport yourself to the charming town of Dorchester, Dorset, and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Thomas Hardy's beloved festival. Order now and bring a piece of literary history into your space.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.7cm x 42cm (20" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this evocative photograph from the Thomas Hardy Drama Festival in Dorchester, Dorset, taken around 1911, we see Henry Bailey, an elderly fiddler, deeply engrossed in playing the College Hornpipe on his violin during the production of The Three Wayfarers. The scene unfolds at the historic Corn Exchange, which had previously hosted four Hardy plays performed by the author's fellow townsmen, who were known for their strong connection to the Wessex region. Henry Bailey, at 75 years of age, was one of the last surviving old fiddlers who had once traveled from one village to another, playing at fairs and merrymakings. His weathered face, creased with the passage of time, exudes a sense of wisdom and experience as he sits in a worn, wooden chair, his violin nestled in his lap. The room is filled with the warm, rich tones of his music, transporting us back to a simpler time in rural England. The old Kings Head Hotel, a well-known landmark in Dorchester and a feature in Thomas Hardy's novel, The Mayor of Casterbridge, had been bustling with visitors for days, adding to the excitement and anticipation of the festival. The men who were to play in The Three Wayfarers and The Distracted Preacher stood eagerly at their shop doors, glancing frequently at the clock on the Corn Exchange, impatient for the hour of the dress rehearsal to arrive. This photograph captures a moment in time, a snapshot of a bygone era, and serves as a poignant reminder of the rich cultural heritage that continues to thrive in the heart of Dorset.
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