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A Taylor riding to Brentford, 1786. Artist: TS Stayner
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A Taylor riding to Brentford, 1786. Artist: TS Stayner
A Taylor riding to Brentford, 1786. A nervous man, with Rules for bad horsemen in his pocket, rides to Brentford, Hounslow. Two stable lads standing in a doorway laugh at him. On a wall close by a poster reads Various feats of horsemanship performed this evening by the famous Sampson. A donkey eats a lettuce whilst two urchins offer leaves to the horse
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Collet Collett Donkey Doorway Eating John Collet John Collett Laughing Laughter Leaf Leaves Lettuce Stable Lad Tailor Urchin Vegetable Vegetables
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A Taylor riding to Brentford, 1786
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is a captivating print that takes us back to the vibrant streets of 18th century England. In this lively scene captured by artist TS Stayner, we witness a nervous man on horseback making his way towards Brentford, Hounslow. With "Rules for bad horsemen" tucked safely in his pocket, he embarks on an adventure filled with uncertainty and perhaps a touch of folly. Amidst the comical sight of our anxious rider, two mischievous stable lads find amusement in his predicament as they stand laughing in a nearby doorway. The walls are adorned with posters announcing the thrilling horsemanship feats performed by the renowned Sampson later that evening. Adding charm to this bustling street scene is a donkey happily munching on lettuce while two playful urchins offer leaves to the majestic horse. This delightful interaction between animals and children reminds us of the harmonious coexistence between nature and humanity during simpler times. The engraving skillfully captures not only the essence of daily life but also satirizes certain professions like tailoring through its portrayal of an unlikely equestrian adventurer. As we admire this artwork from centuries past at Guildhall Library and Art Gallery, we are transported into an era where occupations were diverse and unexpected encounters awaited around every corner.
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