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Lady Coursing
A lady and her greyhound at a coursing meeting : her outfit is in prune-coloured velvet, the dogs is less elaborate. Date: 1913
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Media ID 4366638
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Coursing Elaborate Greyhound Meeting Outfit Prune Velvet
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 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 23x19 inches (584x482mm). 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 23.7cm x 39.6cm (9.3" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 48.2cm x 58.4cm (19" x 23")
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
This photograph, taken in 1913, captures the essence of a bygone era in the world of greyhound coursing. The image features a stylish and elegant lady, dressed in a prune-colored velvet outfit, as she engages with the thrilling sport. The muted hue of her attire complements the earthy tones of the coursing meeting's surroundings, creating a harmonious blend of fashion and nature. In contrast to her elaborate outfit, the greyhound, the true star of the event, is less adorned. The sleek and powerful animal stands poised, its eyes focused on the horizon, ready for the race. The simplicity of the dog's appearance underscores the raw, primal energy that defined coursing meetings during this time. The historical significance of this photograph lies in its ability to transport us back to an era when coursing was a popular pastime for the aristocracy and gentry. The sport, which involved releasing a greyhound to chase down a hare that had been released from a mechanical lurcher, was a social event where fashion, competition, and the love of animals intertwined. The prune-colored velvet fabric of the lady's outfit adds a touch of sophistication to the scene, reflecting the high society status of those who participated in such events. The velvet fabric, a luxurious and expensive material, was a popular choice for fashionable women during this period, making the lady's attire a symbol of wealth and status. This photograph offers a glimpse into the history of coursing and the role it played in the lives of the upper classes during the early 20th century. It is a testament to the enduring appeal of the sport and the timeless allure of the relationship between humans and their canine companions.
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