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A crowd of armed people chasing a rabid dog through a village. 1831 (engraving)
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7234820 A crowd of armed people chasing a rabid dog through a village. 1831 (engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A crowd of armed people chasing a rabid dog through a village. They try to kill the mad dog with musket, pitchfork, flail and shovel as it chases after the rector. Hydrophobia. Kunophobia - The Church in Danger. Handcoloured wood engraving after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from W. H. Harrisons The Humourist, a Companion for the Christmas Fireside, Rudolph Ackermann, 19 Strand, London, 1831.); © Florilegius
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This engraving by Thomas Rowlandson, titled "A crowd of armed people chasing a rabid dog through a village" depicts a chaotic scene in 19th century England. The image showcases the villagers' desperate attempt to protect themselves from the menacing threat of a rabid dog. In this satirical drawing, the artist highlights the dangers and fears associated with such an event. Armed with muskets, pitchforks, flails, and shovels, the determined crowd pursues the mad dog through narrow streets as it relentlessly chases after their rector. The illustration humorously portrays both the seriousness of their mission and their comical methods. The engraving also sheds light on societal issues prevalent during that time period. It reflects concerns about public health and medicine as hydrophobia (rabies) was still not fully understood or effectively treated. Moreover, it reveals how news items and facts of society were often depicted in art to entertain and inform viewers. Rowlandson's hand-colored wood engraving captures everyday life in a village setting while showcasing athletic pursuits amidst danger. This print offers us a glimpse into early 19th-century England - its customs, traditions, and even its sense of humor. Now preserved in private collection but made accessible by Florilegius via Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder platform, this artwork serves as an intriguing historical document that invites contemplation on our evolving understanding of health, society's response to crisis situations like animal attacks, and the role art plays in capturing these moments for posterity.
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