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The Melee (No. 1), 1839 (pencil & w / c on paper)
AJV366236 The Melee (No. 1), 1839 (pencil & w/c on paper) by Nixon, James Henry (1802-57); 34.5x51.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: preliminary design for the lithograph for Plate XVIII of a book lithographed by Day and Haghe and published by Colnaghi and Puckle, London, 1843; the book is titled: The Eglinton Tournament: A Series of views representing the Tournament held at Eglinton Castle in the year 1839 from drawings made on the spot expressly for this work by J H Nixon with historical and descriptive notices by the Rev. John Richardson LLB; ); Abbott and Holder JV; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22950774
© Abbott and Holder JV / Bridgeman Images
Competition Competitors Joust Jousting Open Air Practice Tents Galopping Warm Up
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The Melee (No. 1), 1839" is a captivating print that takes us back to the medieval era, where competitors gather in an open field for a thrilling jousting tournament. This exquisite artwork, created by James Henry Nixon in pencil and watercolor on paper, showcases his exceptional talent and attention to detail. The scene depicts a group of skilled horseback riders preparing for the intense competition ahead. The tension in the air is palpable as they warm up their horses and practice their techniques under colorful tents. The vibrant colors used by Nixon bring life to this historical moment, transporting us back in time. This print was originally designed as a preliminary sketch for a lithograph featured in "The Eglinton Tournament" published in London in 1843. The book aimed to capture the essence of the famous tournament held at Eglinton Castle four years prior, with illustrations drawn on-site by J H Nixon himself. Nixon's work not only captures the physicality and skill required for such events but also provides historical and descriptive context through accompanying text written by Rev. John Richardson LLB. "The Melee (No. 1), 1839" serves as both an artistic masterpiece and a valuable historical document, allowing us to immerse ourselves in the world of medieval sportsmanship and chivalry.
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