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Fox hunting, the kill 1820

The Leicestershire covers, huntsmen arriving back from the hunt with thier prize. Date: 1820

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1820 Covers Hounds Hunt Huntsmen Leicestershire Meet Return


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This image, titled "The Leicestershire Coverts: Huntsmen Returning from the Hunt with their Prize," dates back to the year 1820 and offers a fascinating glimpse into the social scenes of country life during the early 19th century. The photograph depicts a group of huntsmen, dressed in their distinctive red coats and tall hats, making their way back from a successful fox hunt. The huntsmen, mounted on their horses, are accompanied by their hounds, their faces etched with a mix of exhaustion and elation, having just completed the chase. The red coats of the huntsmen and their hounds contrast sharply with the lush green landscape of the coverts, adding a vibrant pop of color to the otherwise monochromatic scene. The huntsmen's horses, too, reflect the intensity of the hunt, their coats slicked with sweat and their breaths coming in heavy gasps. The scene is completed by the men in the background, who appear to be helping to secure the fox, their expressions a testament to the excitement and camaraderie that comes with being a part of such a traditional pursuit. Fox hunting was a popular pastime among the aristocracy and gentry of the time, and this photograph captures the essence of the sport - the thrill of the chase, the camaraderie of the hunt, and the beauty of the countryside. It is a window into a bygone era, a time when the pursuit of the fox was not just a sport, but a social event that brought together men of all ages and backgrounds in a shared experience.

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