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Silkie or Silky cock and hen
Silkie or Silky cock and hen, Gallus gallus domesticus, Lady Gwydyrs pair, first prize in any variety class at Bristol 1871. Chromolithograph by Vincent Brooks Day & Son after an illustration by J.W. Ludlow from Lewis Wrights The Illustrated Book of Poultry, Cassell, London, 1890
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1871 Birmingham Breeding Brooks Cassell Cock Cockfighting Craze Domesticus Exotic Fever Gallus Hamburg Hamburger Hamburgh Hoen Hollands Kendal Lewis Ludlow Ornithology Pair Pencilled Pickle Plumage Poultry Silky Vincent Wright Silkie
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Bring the charm of the past into your home with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece showcases a Silkie or Silky cock and hen, an iconic breed of domestic fowl, proudly displayed as first prize winners at the prestigious Bristol exhibition in 1871. The intricate details of the Silkie's plumage are beautifully rendered in this Chromolithograph, which has been expertly reproduced from the original illustration by J.W and the masterful lithography by Vincent Brooks Day & Son. Each Framed Print is meticulously crafted with a high-quality matte finish and a sturdy frame, ensuring a stunning presentation that will add character and elegance to any room. Order yours today and relive the charm of a bygone era.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 29.2cm x 34cm (11.5" x 13.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This stunning chromolithograph depicts a proud Silkie or Silky cock and hen, the first prize winners in any variety class at the prestigious poultry show held in Bristol in 1871. The intricately detailed illustration, created by J.W. Ludlow and published by Vincent Brooks Day & Son after an original work in Lewis Wright's The Illustrated Book of Poultry, showcases the unique beauty of these birds. The Silkie breed, also known as the Hamburgh Silkie or Nankin Silkie, is characterized by its distinctive silver-black plumage with a fine, silky texture, giving it an exotic and otherworldly appearance. The Silkie was a popular breed during the Victorian era, when poultry showing and breeding reached a fever pitch. The Silkie was believed to have originated in China and was highly prized for its ornamental value as well as its supposed ability to produce eggs without the need for a rooster. However, this belief was later debunked. The Silkie was also used for cockfighting, although this practice was eventually outlawed. The Silkie was not only admired for its appearance but also for its docile and friendly nature, making it a favorite among poultry enthusiasts. This beautiful print, with its meticulous silver-pencilled details, offers a glimpse into the Victorian craze for ornithology and the exoticism of game birds.
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