Framed Print : Victorian Scrap, men watching cock fight
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Victorian Scrap, men watching cock fight
Victorian Scrap, men watching a cock fight.
circa 1880s
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14241074
© Mary Evans Picture Library
Cock Cockerel Cockerels Cockpit Cocks Feathers Fight Jockey Poultry Sailor Scrap Watching
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Add a captivating touch of history to your home or office with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the intriguing image "Victorian Scrap, men watching cock fight" by Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating photograph, taken circa 1880s, transports you back in time to the Victorian era, offering a glimpse into a pastime once popular among men. The high-quality print is expertly framed in a classic design, making it a striking conversation starter and an elegant addition to any decor. Elevate your space with the rich history and intrigue of this unique piece.
Framed and mounted 17x12 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 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). 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 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 54.6cm x 44.4cm (21.5" x 17.5")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Victorian Scrap: A Glimpse into the Past - Men Watching a Cock Fight, Circa 1880s This evocative photograph captures the raw energy and excitement of a Victorian-era cock fight, an activity that was once a popular form of entertainment for men. The image, titled 'Victorian Scrap: Men Watching a Cock Fight,' is a fascinating glimpse into the past, revealing the unspoken camaraderie and tension that existed among the onlookers. The scene is set in a dimly lit, makeshift cockpit, where two men in uniform - one in red and the other in blue - stand ready to place their bets. The air is thick with anticipation as they watch two cockerels, their feathers ruffled and puffed up, face off against each other. The jockey, dressed in a worn jacket and holding a stick, stands between the birds, ready to intervene if necessary. The atmosphere is electric, with the men around them leaning in, their faces etched with concentration and determination. The air is filled with the sound of their hushed whispers and the occasional shout as the birds clash, their spurs clinking against each other. The scene is a stark reminder of a time when such activities were considered a legitimate form of sport and entertainment. Despite the controversy and moral debates surrounding cock fighting, this photograph offers a unique window into the past, revealing a side of Victorian society that is often overlooked. It is a testament to the enduring human fascination with competition and the thrill of the chase, even in its most primal and rawest forms.
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