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Men playing bowls with a jack, 14th century
Medieval bowling. Three men playing bowls with a jack, 14th century. Handcoloured lithograph by Joseph Strutt from his own Sports and Pastimes of the People of England, Chatto and Windus, London, 1876
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Bowling Bowls Illuminated Jack Manuscript Pastimes Strutt 14th
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This handcoloured lithograph by Joseph Strutt, titled "Three Men Playing Bowls with a Jack," transports us back to the 14th century and the world of medieval sports and pastimes. The image, taken from Strutt's seminal work "Sports and Pastimes of the People of England," published in 1876 by Chatto and Windus in London, showcases three men intently engaged in a game of bowls. The men, dressed in clothing typical of the era, are positioned around a flat, grassy area, with one man in the foreground taking aim with a bowling pin in hand. The jack, a small spherical object, lies in the center of the playing surface, waiting to be struck. Bowls, a popular game in medieval Europe, required skill, precision, and a certain degree of luck. The objective was to roll one's bowling ball closest to the jack, with points awarded for the proximity of each player's balls to the jack. This game, often played for recreation and entertainment, provided a welcome respite from the daily rigors of medieval life. The intricately detailed illustration, with its rich colors and meticulous shading, offers a glimpse into the past, providing us with a visual record of a bygone era and the simple pleasures that brought joy to the people of the time. The illuminated manuscript-style presentation further enhances the image's historical significance, making it a valuable addition to any collection of medieval art or history.
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