Fine Art Print : Foxhunting at the Black Swan Inn, Helmsley, Yorkshire
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Foxhunting at the Black Swan Inn, Helmsley, Yorkshire
Foxhunting at the Black Swan Inn, Helmsley, York, Yorkshire, England. Date: 1905
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Media ID 14201508
© The Wentworth Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Foxhunting at the Black Swan Inn, Helmsley, Yorkshire. This captivating image, dating back to 1905, transports you to an era of grand traditions and picturesque landscapes. The lively scene of foxhunting unfolds before you, with riders and hounds in full pursuit against the backdrop of the quaint Black Swan Inn. Add an air of timeless elegance to your home or office with this stunning, high-quality print from Media Storehouse, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 32.9cm (21" x 13")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
Foxhunting at the Black Swan Inn, Helmsley, Yorkshire, England. Date - 1905
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a captivating historical photograph that transports us back in time to an era of grand traditions and rural pursuits. The image, taken at the Black Swan Inn in Helmsley, Yorkshire, England, in the year 1905, showcases the thrilling and controversial activity of foxhunting. The Black Swan Inn, a charming and historic coaching inn, serves as the backdrop for this photograph. Established in the 15th century, the inn has been a popular gathering place for travelers and locals alike for centuries. In this photograph, the Black Swan Inn is bustling with activity as hunters and their hounds prepare for a day of foxhunting. Foxhunting was a popular pastime among the English aristocracy and gentry during the late 18th and 19th centuries. The sport involved the use of hounds to chase and kill foxes, often with the participation of mounted riders. The practice was both admired for its tradition and hunting skills, as well as criticized for its cruelty towards animals. In this photograph, we see a group of hunters, dressed in their traditional red coats and tall boots, gathered around the Black Swan Inn. Their hounds are tethered nearby, eagerly barking and ready for the hunt. The hunters are in the process of mounting their horses, their faces focused and determined. The atmosphere is lively and expectant, as the group prepares to set off in pursuit of their quarry. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a window into the history and traditions of rural England during the early 20th century. It captures the excitement and energy of a day of foxhunting at the Black Swan Inn, Helmsley, Yorkshire, a moment frozen in time that continues to intrigue and captivate viewers today.
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