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Sketches at the Regimental Steeplechases at Aldershott (engraving)
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Sketches at the Regimental Steeplechases at Aldershott (engraving)
1613970 Sketches at the Regimental Steeplechases at Aldershott (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at the Regimental Steeplechases at Aldershott. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 24 April 1880.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22853548
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Aldershot Aldershott Brook Course Enclosure Hampshire Horseracing
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This engraving titled "Sketches at the Regimental Steeplechases at Aldershott" takes us back to the 19th century, immersing us in a thrilling military horseracing event. The scene is set amidst the picturesque landscape of Aldershott, Hampshire, with a brook flowing gently through the course. The image showcases a lively atmosphere filled with officers and spectators eagerly watching as horses gracefully leap over obstacles on their way to victory. The enclosure buzzes with excitement as everyone anxiously awaits the outcome of this exhilarating race. Intricately detailed sketches capture every moment of this grand spectacle - from jockeys skillfully guiding their steeds to spectators cheering on their favorites. The royal break adds an air of regality to the event, reminding us that even in leisurely pursuits, tradition and prestige remain ever-present. As we gaze upon this historical print from a private collection, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand the passion and camaraderie shared by those who participated in these regimental steeplechases. It serves as a reminder of how horseracing has long been intertwined with military culture - showcasing not only physical prowess but also unity among comrades. Through Bridgeman Images' preservation of this artwork, we can appreciate both its artistic value and its historical significance. This engraving allows us to glimpse into an era when such events were eagerly anticipated social occasions that brought people together for moments of thrill and celebration
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