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Exhibition of the Birmingham and Midland Counties Agricultural Association... 1850. Creator: Unknown
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Exhibition of the Birmingham and Midland Counties Agricultural Association... 1850. Creator: Unknown
Exhibition of the Birmingham and Midland Counties Agricultural Association, in Bingley Hall, Birmingham, 1850. Among the pure breeds exhibited, the show of Herefords deserves to take the highest place...Among the show of heavier stock in Broad-street was an extraordinary crossbred animal, of gigantic size, but in the framing of which nature seems to have accompanied the increased proportion with great awkwardness of build, and a wide departure from shapeliness. One of the crosses of sheep appeared to contain some admixture of foreign blood, as if an attempt had been made to increase the frame of the animal and its capacity for taking on flesh, at the same time that the square proportions of the native breeds were preserved. In pigs the show was a very large one, and there were some first-rate animals produced'. From "Illustrated London News", 1850
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This photograph print, hailing from the year 1850, showcases the Exhibition of the Birmingham and Midland Counties Agricultural Association held in Bingley Hall, Birmingham. The image, created by an unknown artist, offers a glimpse into the agricultural world of the Victorian era. Among the various breeds on display, the Hereford cattle take center stage, earning the highest praise from the press. The Illustrated London News reports, "Among the pure breeds exhibited, the show of Herefords deserves to take the highest place." The image captures the pride and dedication of farmers as they present their finest livestock. However, the exhibition was not just limited to the traditional breeds. The print also reveals an extraordinary crossbred animal, a testament to the ongoing experimentation and innovation in farming practices. This massive creature, with its awkward build and wide departure from shapeliness, intrigues visitors and exhibitors alike. The show also featured a large display of sheep, with one particular crossbreed catching the eye of the press. The Illustrated London News notes, "One of the crosses of sheep appeared to contain some admixture of foreign blood, as if an attempt had been made to increase the frame of the animal and its capacity for taking on flesh, at the same time that the square proportions of the native breeds were preserved." The pig show was another impressive spectacle, with several first-rate animals on display. The bustling atmosphere inside Bingley Hall is palpable, as farmers, visitors, and the press gather to celebrate the best of agricultural Britain. This evocative image offers a fascinating glimpse into the agricultural world of the 19th century, showcasing the pride, innovation, and dedication of farmers during this period.
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