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The Quintain
The last surviving QUINTAIN on the village green at Offham, Kent, England. Tilting the quintain was a game played on horseback, with lances aimed at the perforated end. Date: Medieval
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Media ID 7217927
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Aimed Horse Back Lances Offham Perforated Played Quintain Surviving Tilting Games
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 18.5cm x 24.4cm (7.3" 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
This evocative image captures the last surviving quintain on the village green of Offham, Kent, England, a relic of medieval pastimes. The quintain, an intriguing and challenging game played on horseback during the Middle Ages, is depicted here in its original setting. The game involved tilting at a wooden frame mounted on a post, with a rider attempting to knock off the quintain's head or a metal target attached to it, using a lance. The quintain's perforated end was designed to test the rider's skill and agility, as the swinging arms and shields would deflect the lance, forcing the rider to adjust his aim. The serene village green, dotted with trees and surrounded by picturesque cottages, provides a striking contrast to the dynamic scene of the medieval game. The quintain, with its weathered wood and worn edges, stands as a testament to the rich history and traditions of Offham and Kent. The image transports us back in time, inviting us to imagine the excitement and camaraderie of the medieval village, where games like quintain were an integral part of daily life. The quintain, a symbol of the past, continues to captivate and inspire, reminding us of the enduring allure of history and the joy of communal activities. This photograph, taken in the heart of England, is a treasure trove of history and a reminder of the simple pleasures of a bygone era.
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