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Buck-Shooting in Guzerat, India (engraving)
1045679 Buck-Shooting in Guzerat, India (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Buck-Shooting in Guzerat, India. Illustration for The Graphic, 27 September 1884.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
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Buck-Shooting in Guzerat, India
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captures a thrilling moment of hunting in the picturesque landscape of 19th-century India. This engraving by William Ralston takes us back to a time when gentlemen sought adventure and excitement on horseback. In this scene, we find ourselves amidst thick jungle foliage as our protagonist, mounted on a sturdy steed, chases after an elusive buck. The rider's determination is evident as he navigates through the half-broken country bred horses and bullock carts that dot the terrain. With temples peeking out from behind cactus hedges and camels grazing nearby, it is clear that this hunt takes place in an exotic setting. The artist skillfully depicts the critical moment when our hunter aims his bullet at the fleeing buck. His hog spear lies discarded beside him while his tiffin basket rests patiently on his horse's girths. The wounded buck tries desperately to escape its fate but finds itself cornered by both man and nature. This print not only showcases the pleasures of hunting but also provides us with a glimpse into life in colonial India during this era. It reminds us of how different cultures intersected as Europeans like Ralston found inspiration in Indian landscapes for their art. With its attention to detail and dramatic composition, "Buck-Shooting in Guzerat, India" transports viewers to another time and place where adrenaline-fueled pursuits were met with equal measures of danger and exhilaration.
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