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Fox hunting, the kill 1820
The Leicestershire covers, huntsmen arriving back from the hunt with thier prize. Date: 1820
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1820 Covers Hounds Hunt Huntsmen Leicestershire Meet Return
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Experience the thrill of the hunt with our exquisite Fox Hunting greeting cards from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring an authentic 1820s image from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the triumphant return of the huntsmen with their prized fox, captured in intricate detail in this vintage illustration. Perfect for celebrating a successful hunt or for those who appreciate the rich history of this traditional pastime, these cards are a unique and thoughtful way to express your sentiments. Add a touch of nostalgia and adventure to your greeting card collection with Media Storehouse's Fox Hunting cards.
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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This image, titled "The Leicestershire Coverts: Huntsmen Returning from the Hunt with their Prize," dates back to the year 1820 and offers a fascinating glimpse into the social scenes of country life during the early 19th century. The photograph depicts a group of huntsmen, dressed in their distinctive red coats and tall hats, making their way back from a successful fox hunt. The huntsmen, mounted on their horses, are accompanied by their hounds, their faces etched with a mix of exhaustion and elation, having just completed the chase. The red coats of the huntsmen and their hounds contrast sharply with the lush green landscape of the coverts, adding a vibrant pop of color to the otherwise monochromatic scene. The huntsmen's horses, too, reflect the intensity of the hunt, their coats slicked with sweat and their breaths coming in heavy gasps. The scene is completed by the men in the background, who appear to be helping to secure the fox, their expressions a testament to the excitement and camaraderie that comes with being a part of such a traditional pursuit. Fox hunting was a popular pastime among the aristocracy and gentry of the time, and this photograph captures the essence of the sport - the thrill of the chase, the camaraderie of the hunt, and the beauty of the countryside. It is a window into a bygone era, a time when the pursuit of the fox was not just a sport, but a social event that brought together men of all ages and backgrounds in a shared experience.
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