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Falconer about to Disengage Falcons from Quarry, 1850. Creator: Unknown
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Falconer about to Disengage Falcons from Quarry, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Falconer about to Disengage Falcons from Quarry, 1850. When the falcon strikes his bird down, he immediately places one talon on the shoulder of his prey, and the other on the neck, and he proceeds with his beak to open the jugular vein, lapping with a smacking sound from the tongue and palate the blood as it flows. Whilst engaged in this operation, the falconer hurries towards him, and lifts him, disengaging him from his quarry by a method requiring for its performance care and. coaxing'. From "Illustrated London News", 1850
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Falconer in the Act of Disengaging Falcons from Quarry, 1850: A Glimpse into the Past of Falconry This evocative image, captured in 1850, portrays a falconer in the midst of an intense moment during a falconry session. The scene unfolds in the British countryside, where the rustic charm of rural life intertwines with the thrill of the hunt. The falconer, dressed in traditional attire, stands poised with a determined expression, as he readies himself to disengage his falcon from its quarry. The falcon, a majestic Peregrine Falcon, is shown in mid-strike, with its sharp talons piercing the flesh of its prey. The falconer, aware of the urgency of the situation, rushes towards the scene, carefully lifting the falcon from its kill. This delicate process requires great care and coaxing, as the falcon may still be agitated from the hunt. Falconry, an ancient pastime that dates back to the Middle Ages, was a popular hobby among the British aristocracy during the 19th century. The sport involved the use of trained birds of prey, such as falcons and hawks, to hunt wild game. The Illustrated London News, from which this image originates, documented various aspects of British life, including this intriguing glimpse into the world of falconry. Despite the beauty and grace of the falcon and its rider, the image also raises questions about the ethics of the sport. The gruesome scene of the falcon's attack on its prey serves as a reminder of the inherent cruelty involved in the pursuit of this leisure activity. The image invites us to reflect on the complex relationship between humans and animals, and the role of tradition and pastime in shaping our understanding of the natural world.
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