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Encyclopaedia of Sport - Luring Wild Lap-Dogs
IV - Luring wild lap-dogs by the Mull of Cantire. Another wacky sport from the imagination of William Heath Robinson. Date: 1914
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Luring Wild Lap-Dogs (IV) - A Whimsical Sporting Scene from the Encyclopaedia of William Heath Robinson This delightful and quintessentially British cartoon, created by the ingenious mind of William Heath Robinson in 1914, depicts an amusing and wacky sporting event titled "Luring Wild Lap-Dogs at the Mull of Cantire." The scene unfolds on the rugged coastline of Mull of Cantire, where an array of eccentric characters and their elaborate contraptions are gathered, attempting to lure wild lap-dogs towards them. Heath Robinson's signature style is on full display here, with an intricate and fantastical contraption that defies logic and reason. The contraption consists of a large, unwieldy machine, complete with pulleys, levers, and a complex network of ropes and wires. The inventor, dressed in a top hat and monocle, stands proudly at the helm, pulling on a series of ropes to manipulate the machine's movements. The wild lap-dogs, small and agile, are shown in various stages of being lured towards the contraption. Some are enticed by the tantalizing scent of sausages dangling from hooks, while others are distracted by the flapping of colorful flags or the clanging of bells. The dogs' expressions range from curiosity to suspicion, adding to the charm and humor of the scene. This whimsical and silly sporting event is a testament to Heath Robinson's boundless imagination and his ability to create fantastical worlds that capture the imagination and delight audiences. The Encyclopaedia of Sport series, of which this image is a part, showcases a range of bizarre and inventive sports, each more absurd than the last. This charming and amusing cartoon continues to captivate and entertain, offering a glimpse into the rich and imaginative world of William Heath Robinson.
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