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Cockfighting (John Kay)
A cockfight in Edinburgh Thus we poor Cocks exert our Skill & Brav ry For idle Gulls and Kites that trade in Knav ry Date: 1785
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1785 Cockfighting Cocks Edinburgh Gulls Idle Kites Poor Skill Cockfight
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.8cm x 24.4cm (8.2" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
John Kay's captivating print, "A cockfight in Edinburgh: Thus we poor Cocks exert our Skill & Bravury," offers a glimpse into the historical pastime of cockfighting during the late 18th century. The image, dated 1785, depicts a crowded scene of spectators gathered around a makeshift cockpit, their faces etched with anticipation and excitement. Two roosters, poised and ready, face each other with determination, their spurs glinting in the sunlight. The print's title, "Thus we poor Cocks exert our Skill & Bravury," underscores the notion that the birds were considered to be the true participants in this brutal sport. The term "poor Cocks" reflects the understanding that the birds were often bred, trained, and raised specifically for this purpose, with their owners investing time, resources, and emotion into their animals. The onlookers, depicted as "idle Gulls and Kites that trade in Knavry," represent the spectators who attended these events for entertainment. The use of the derogatory terms "gulls" and "kites" suggests a level of disdain for those who attended these events, perhaps due to the perceived immorality or cruelty of the sport. Despite the negative connotations, cockfighting was a popular pastime during this time period, with many considering it to be a display of skill and bravery. The print serves as a fascinating window into the historical context of this controversial practice, offering insights into the social and cultural norms of the time. It is important to note that this print is a historical artifact and does not promote or condone the practice of cockfighting, which is now considered animal cruelty and is illegal in many parts of the world.
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