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'Old Fashioned Sporting Pictures, and the Road to Bygone Days; The Humours of Fox Hunting. 1788 --R Creator: Unknown
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'Old Fashioned Sporting Pictures, and the Road to Bygone Days; The Humours of Fox Hunting. 1788 --R Creator: Unknown
'Old Fashioned Sporting Pictures, and the Road to Bygone Days; The Humours of Fox Hunting. 1788 --Running in View, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890
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a captivating print from the late 19th century, takes us on a journey back in time to the era of high class British pastimes. This intriguing image, published in "The Graphic: An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper" in 1890, depicts a scene of fox hunting, a popular blood sport during the Victorian era. The print, titled "Running in View," showcases a group of elegantly dressed men on horseback, their faces filled with determination and excitement as they pursue a fox through the autumnal countryside. The huntsman, dressed in traditional attire, leads the way, his hounds hot on the trail. The men, all clad in hunting dress, display an air of confidence and superiority, their fashionable clothing a stark contrast to the natural surroundings. The rich colors and vibrant details of the print bring the scene to life, transporting us back to an era of elegance and tradition. However, the print also serves as a satirical commentary on the cruelty and class divisions associated with fox hunting. The title "The Humours of Fox Hunting" suggests a humorous, lighthearted take on the sport, but the image also reveals the harsh reality of the pursuit. The fallen fox, lying in the foreground, serves as a stark reminder of the violence and suffering that underpinned these pastimes. Overall, "Old Fashioned Sporting Pictures and the Road to Bygone Days: The Humours of Fox Hunting" offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, revealing both the allure and the darker side of a bygone era. The print invites us to reflect on the complexities of history, and the ways in which our understanding of the past can be shaped by different perspectives and interpretations.
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