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Canvas Print : The Hunter (from The Life of a Racehorse, or The High-Mettled Racer), July 20, 1789
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The Hunter (from The Life of a Racehorse, or The High-Mettled Racer), July 20, 1789
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Media ID 19987562
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Animal Cruelty Blood Sports Cruelty Cruelty To Animals Fox Hunting Foxhound Foxhounds Foxhunting Hassell Hunter Hunting Horn Huntsman Huntsmen John Hassell Killing Riders Rowlandson Rowlandson Thomas Thomas Rowlandson Aquatint
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the thrill of the race into your home with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This stunning piece, "The Hunter (from The Life of a Racehorse, or The High-Mettled Racer), July 20, 1789" by Thomas Rowlandson and John Hassell, captures the essence of horse racing in the 18th century. The intricate details and vibrant colors of this Heritage Images masterpiece are beautifully rendered on our premium canvas material, ensuring a museum-quality finish. Add this captivating work of art to your living room, office, or any space that deserves a touch of elegance and history. Experience the excitement of the past, present, and future with our Canvas Prints.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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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The captivating print titled "The Hunter (from The Life of a Racehorse, or The High-Mettled Racer), July 20,1789" takes us back to the vibrant world of 18th-century Britain. Created by renowned artists Thomas Rowlandson and John Hassell, this black and white aquatint etching depicts a scene that evokes both awe and contemplation. In this artwork, we witness the intense sport of fox hunting unfold before our eyes. A group of riders, predominantly women dressed in elegant attire, gallop across the countryside with their loyal foxhounds leading the way. The skilled huntsmen blow their horns as they pursue their prey with determination. However, amidst the excitement lies an underlying concept that challenges our perception - animal cruelty. As we observe the hunter's pursuit and inevitable death of the fox at its core, we are confronted with conflicting emotions about mankind's treatment towards animals for entertainment purposes. Rowlandson and Hassell masterfully capture not only the action-packed nature of this blood sport but also invite us to reflect on its ethical implications. This print serves as a reminder that even within seemingly harmless traditions lie complex moral questions worth pondering. Displayed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met), this historical piece allows viewers to delve into British heritage while contemplating humanity's relationship with animals throughout centuries past.
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