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English gentleman and ladies announced before dinner
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English gentleman and ladies announced before dinner
English gentleman and ladies announced before dinner in a grand house, 19th century. Mr Sponge in blue coat and white waistcoat, Amelia Jawleyford in blue satin, Emily Jawleyford in yellow watered silk dress, both sisters with garlands in their hair. Mr. Sponge at Jawleyford Court. Handcoloured steel engraving after an illustration by John Leech from Robert Smith Surtees Mr. Sponges Sporting Tour, Bradbury and Evans. London, 1853
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In this 19th century handcoloured steel engraving, we find ourselves transported to the grandeur of an English estate, where the anticipation of an elegant dinner announcement unfolds. The dapper gentleman, Mr. Sponge, dressed in a blue coat and white waistcoat, stands proudly before two lovely sisters, Amelia and Emily Jawleyford. Both sisters are adorned in fashionable attire, with Amelia in a stunning blue satin gown and Emily in a vibrant yellow watered silk dress, each wearing garlands in their hair. Mr. Sponge, a well-known horsetrader, is being introduced to the esteemed Jawleyford family at their court. Surrounding them is the picturesque setting of a paddock, where a black horse stands, assessed by a jockey, Hercules, and a groom. The atmosphere is filled with the excitement of the sporting world, as Mr. Sponge's passion for horses is evident in the scene. The caricature, created by renowned English illustrator John Leech, adds a touch of humor to this Victorian era moment. The comical expression on Mr. Sponge's face, along with the detailed depiction of the horse's leather headstall and the buckram-covered horse trailer, further emphasizes the sporting theme. This image offers a glimpse into the world of English high society and the sporting culture of the 19th century.
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