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White-faced black Spanish
White-faced black Spanish, cock and hen, Gallus gallus domesticus. Cups for chickens at Bristol 1872. Chromolithograph by Vincent Brooks Day & Son after an illustration by J.W. Ludlow from Lewis Wrights The Illustrated Book of Poultry, Cassell, London, 1890
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1873 Breeding Brooks Cassell Cock Cockfighting Colchester Craze Domesticus Dorking Exotic Faced Fever Fowl Gallus Lewis Ludlow Ornithology Plumage Poultry Prize Vincent Winner Wright Fairhurst Miss
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This chromolithograph, created by Vincent Brooks Day & Son in 1890 after an illustration by J.W. Ludlow, showcases a proud White-faced Black Spanish cock and hen, their vibrant plumage a testament to the Victorian era's fascination with exotic poultry breeding. The image is taken from Lewis Wright's "The Illustrated Book of Poultry," published by Cassell in London. The White-faced Black Spanish breed, also known as Dorking Fowl, was a popular choice for poultry shows during this time, with the Miss Fairhurst's White-faced Black Spanish cock and hen, shown here, being a prized winner at the Colchester Show in 1873. The intricately detailed cups for the chickens add an air of elegance and refinement to the scene. The White-faced Black Spanish breed, with its distinctive white face and black body, was a favorite among poultry enthusiasts for its ornamental value as well as its productivity. However, it's important to note that this image does not depict any form of cockfighting, which was a controversial practice during this time. The Victorian era saw a craze for ornithology and the breeding of various game birds and fowl, with poultry shows becoming a popular form of entertainment and social gathering. This stunning chromolithograph is a window into this fascinating period in history, offering a glimpse into the exotic and beautiful world of poultry breeding.
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