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English gentleman being shown into a drawing room
English gentleman being shown into a drawing room for a musical night, 19th century. Facey Romford in tweeds playing the flute, Cassandra Cleoptra holding a music score. Mr. Stotfold, Master of Staghounds, in costume of the chase. Handcoloured steel engraving after an illustration by Hablot Knight Browne (Phiz) from Robert Smith Surtees Mr. Facey Romfords Hounds, Bradbury, Evans and Co. London, 1865
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In this 19th-century handcoloured steel engraving, we witness an English gentleman being shown into a drawing room for an evening of musical entertainment. The scene is set in the Victorian era, as evidenced by the elegant decor and fashionable attire of the guests. At the center, Mr. Facey Romford, dressed in tweeds and playing a flute, is being introduced to the room by an unseen host. To his right, Cassandra Cleopatra, with an air of sophistication, holds a music score, ready to join in the musical festivities. To the left, Mr. Stotfold, Master of Staghounds, adds an element of excitement to the gathering as he enters the room in full costume of the chase. The anticipation of a stag hunt is palpable, with the young buck and stag depicted in the background, their heads held high. However, the tranquility of the musical night is about to be disrupted. In the foreground, a crash of cymbals and the sound of shattering glass indicate an imminent accident. Miss Birchs, a student from a finishing school, stands in shock, her polishing cloth dropped in surprise. The girls in the background, some of whom are seen at an academy, are equally astonished. This comical and humorous scene, illustrated by Hablot Knight Browne (Phiz) from Robert Smith Surtees' Mr. Facey Romford's Hounds, offers a glimpse into the class divide and the unexpected twists that often accompanied social gatherings in the 19th century. The intricate details and vibrant colours of this handcoloured steel engraving transport us back in time, allowing us to appreciate the whimsy and charm of a bygone era.
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