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The Epping Hunt
The Epping Hunt. Date: 1843
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Media ID 23428038
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1840s 1843 Epping Fox Hunting Foxhunting Hunt Hunters Pack
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring the timeless charm of history into your home or office with Media Storehouse's exquisite range of poster prints from Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating piece, titled "The Epping Hunt," dates back to 1843 and transports you to an era of elegance and tradition. The vivid details of the huntsmen and hounds in full pursuit, set against the backdrop of lush English countryside, make for a stunning addition to any space. Order your high-quality poster print today and relive the beauty and allure of the past.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 22.7cm (23.4" x 8.9")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
The Epping Hunt, captured in this stunning 1843 photograph from the Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of fox hunting as it was practiced in the 1840s. Fox hunting was a popular pastime among the British aristocracy and gentry, and this image showcases the excitement and energy of a hunt in full swing. In the foreground, a group of hunters on horseback, dressed in their distinctive red coats and tall black hats, are seen gathered around a pack of hounds. The dogs, with their keen noses and eager expressions, are poised to follow the scent of the fox. The huntsman, standing at the front, holds a horn to signal the start of the chase. Behind the hunters, a crowd of onlookers, including women and children, have gathered to watch the spectacle. Some are seated on blankets or in chairs, while others stand, their faces expressions of anticipation and excitement. The landscape around them is beautiful and idyllic, with rolling hills, trees, and a clear blue sky. The sun casts a warm glow over the scene, adding to the sense of tranquility and serenity. Despite the beauty of the moment, it is important to remember that fox hunting, like all hunting practices, is a controversial issue. Critics argue that it is cruel to the fox and that there is no place for such practices in modern society. However, for those who participated in the hunt in the 1840s, this moment would have been a source of pride and excitement, a tradition passed down from generation to generation. This photograph, with its rich historical detail and timeless beauty, invites us to reflect on the complexities of the past and the role that traditions continue to play in shaping our culture and identity.
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