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Where Wicked Sportsmen Go - The Huntsmans Purgatory
Several huntsmen stuck in snowy purgatory surrounded by a number of vengeful foxes. Date: 1903
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Media ID 14413706
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Dec16 Foxes Foxhunting Hunters Huntsman Huntsmen Purgatory Snowy Sporting Sportsmen Wicked
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the captivating allure of the past with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This mesmerizing piece, "Where Wicked Sportsmen Go - The Huntsman's Purgatory," showcases the haunting imagery of huntsmen trapped in a snowy purgatory, surrounded by vengeful foxes. Dating back to 1903, this evocative print from Rights Managed at Mary Evans Prints Online transports you to an era of intrigue and myth, making it a stunning addition to any art collection or decorative space. Embrace the timeless beauty and intrigue of this classic print and let it ignite your imagination.
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 35.5cm (21" x 14")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Where Wicked Sportsmen Go - The Huntsman's Purgatory" (1903) is an evocative and intriguing illustration that transports us back in time to an icy, snow-covered landscape where several huntsmen find themselves in a state of purgatory, surrounded by a vengeful horde of foxes. The date, 1903, places this scene in the early 20th century, a time when fox hunting was a popular pastime among the elite and upper classes of society. The image is filled with a sense of stillness and foreboding as the huntsmen, dressed in their traditional red coats and bowler hats, struggle to make their way through the deep snowdrifts. Their faces are etched with exhaustion and determination as they try to escape the relentless pursuit of the cunning and vengeful foxes that surround them. The foxes, with their sharp eyes and bared teeth, seem to revel in the huntsmen's predicament, their tails held high in triumph. The illustration's title, "The Huntsman's Purgatory," suggests that this is a place where those who have transgressed against nature or the natural order must pay the price. The huntsmen, who have spent their lives pursuing these animals for sport, now find themselves at the mercy of the very creatures they have hunted. The snowy landscape, with its barren trees and icy ground, adds to the sense of isolation and despair. This illustration, with its intriguing title and vivid imagery, invites us to reflect on the consequences of our actions and the delicate balance of nature. It serves as a reminder that the natural world can be both beautiful and unforgiving, and that sometimes, the hunter becomes the hunted. Whether used as a conversation starter, a decorative piece, or a thought-provoking addition to a collection, "Where Wicked Sportsmen Go - The Huntsman's Purgatory" is a captivating and thought-provoking illustration that is sure to inspire wonder and reflection.
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