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The old sport of tilting at the quintain, one popular throughout medieval England
The old sport of tilting at the quintain, one popular throughout medieval England, was revived at Offham, Maidstone, when the only quitain in the country was restored to the village green. It has been kept in safety from air raids all through the war. The Lord Lieutenant of Kent, Lord Corrnwallis, " reinstated" the quintain and took the first tilt at the quintain. Here Lord Lieutenant of Kent, Lord Cornwellis, takes the first try. It isns so easy as it looks; the sand bag has a tricky habit of swinging back and hitting the tilter on the head. 11th August 1945
Staff
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
United Kingdom
Media ID 21625075
© Mirrorpix
Bunting Customs Horse Jousting
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 24.4cm x 18.2cm (9.6" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
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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In this photo print, we are transported back to medieval England as the old sport of tilting at the quintain is revived in Offham, Maidstone. The village green comes alive with excitement and anticipation as the only quintain in the country is restored after being kept safe from air raids throughout the war. The Lord Lieutenant of Kent, Lord Cornwallis, takes center stage as he "reinstates" the quintain and bravely steps up to take the first tilt. But this seemingly simple task proves to be more challenging than expected. As Lord Cornwallis aims his lance towards the swinging sandbag attached to the quintain, it becomes evident that precision and skill are required. The sandbag has a mischievous habit of swinging back unexpectedly, posing a threat to any tilter's head. Surrounded by an enthusiastic crowd adorned with vibrant bunting, this moment captures not only a traditional sporting event but also showcases customs and traditions deeply rooted in history. Horses stand proudly nearby, ready for their turn in this thrilling jousting spectacle. This evocative image from August 11th, 1945 transports us back to a time when such spectacles were cherished forms of entertainment. It serves as a reminder of our rich cultural heritage and invites us to appreciate both ancient traditions and those who work tirelessly to preserve them for future generations.
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