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The Boxing Kangaroo (Colour Litho)
2783493 The Boxing Kangaroo (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The boxing kangaroo. In London, Billy kangaroo fought in a three-round one-minute clash with Australian boxer Lindsay Fabre, and, in the opinion of the competent, he won it. Billy was almost always very correct, but, a couple of times, realizing the inferiority of the kangaroos with short front legs, he stretched out in all his stature, becoming a firm point of tail support, and hit the opponent in the legs and abdomen with his hind legs. Illustration for Courier Sunday, 26 May 1929.); © Look and Learn
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The Boxing Kangaroo - A Bizarre and Unusual Spectacle of Strength
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. In this print titled "The Boxing Kangaroo (Colour Litho)" we are transported back to London in 1929, where an extraordinary match took place between a kangaroo named Billy and Australian boxer Lindsay Fabre. The crowd cheers on as these unlikely opponents step into the ring, their gloves raised high. Billy the kangaroo proved to be a formidable fighter, using his strong hind legs to kick and strike his opponent with precision. With each powerful blow, he showcased the unique strength possessed by these marsupials. Despite having shorter front legs than traditional boxers, Billy cleverly used his tail for support, becoming a firm point from which he launched devastating attacks. Illustrated by Achille Beltrame for Courier Sunday on May 26th, this image captures the astonishment of spectators witnessing such an unusual spectacle. The audience is enthralled by the sight of a boxing kangaroo taking on a human challenger. This strange yet popular sport brought together audiences from all walks of life in Great Britain. It was a testament to both the ingenuity of animal training and the enduring fascination with combat sports. As we gaze upon this remarkable photograph print from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we are reminded that sometimes it's in our differences that true champions emerge – even if they come in unexpected forms like boxing kangaroos.
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