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Gentlemen fencers in thrust and guard positions
Gentlemen fencers in position of the inside Carte and the thrust given on the outside flank called Flanconade. Copperplate engraving by after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from Mr. Domenico Angelos The School of Fencing, London, 1787
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Angelo Armes Carte Domenico Duel Ecole Fencers Fencing Flank Gentlemen Position Rowlandson Swordplay Thrust
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our exquisite range of Gentlemen Fencers greeting cards from Media Storehouse. These elegant designs, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, feature charming copperplate engravings of gentlemen in the classic thrust and guard positions of the Flanconade. Inspired by Thomas Rowlandson's illustrations, these cards are the perfect way to add a touch of history and sophistication to your correspondence. Impress your loved ones with a unique and thoughtful greeting that is sure to brighten their day.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
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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1. Title: "Gentlemen Fencers in Carte and Flanconade Positions: A Duel of Swordplay Elegance" This copperplate engraving, created as an afterprint from Thomas Rowlandson's original illustration in Domenico Angelo's "The School of Fencing," published in London in 1787, showcases two elegantly dressed gentlemen engaged in a fencing duel. The scene depicts the inside Carte position and the outside Flanconade thrust, two essential techniques in 18th-century European swordplay. In the image, the first fencer, poised in the inside Carte position, holds his sword in a protective guard, his left foot slightly advanced, and his body slightly turned towards his opponent. His opponent, on the outside, prepares to deliver a Flanconade thrust. This technique involves a quick, powerful lunge to the outside flank, aiming to score a point by touching the opponent's body or clothing with the edge of the sword. The fencer's body is twisted, and his sword arm is extended, ready to strike. The intricate details of their attire, from their waistcoats and cravats to their breeches and buckled shoes, add to the refined and sophisticated atmosphere of the scene. The gentlemen's intense focus and determination convey the seriousness and importance of the duel, while the delicate engraving technique highlights the elegance and artistry of the fencing techniques on display. This print offers a glimpse into the world of 18th-century European swordplay, showcasing the skill, grace, and intensity of the dueling gentlemen. The intricate copperplate engraving, inspired by Thomas Rowlandson's original illustration, serves as a testament to the enduring allure of fencing and the rich history of this ancient martial art.
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