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Golden spangled Polish cock and hen
Golden spangled Polish cock and hen, Gallus gallus domesticus, Henry Beldons pair, cup at Crystal Palace, first prize at Birmingham 1871. Chromolithograph by Vincent Brooks Day & Son after an illustration by J.W. Ludlow from Lewis Wrights The Illustrated Book of Poultry, Cassell, London, 1890
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1871 Birmingham Breeding Brooks Cassell Cock Cockfighting Craze Domesticus Exotic Fever Gallus Hamburg Hamburger Hamburgh Hoen Hollands Kendal Lewis Ludlow Ornithology Pair Plumage Polish Poultry Spalding Spangled Vincent Wright Whitehouse
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This stunning chromolithograph depicts a proud Golden Spangled Polish cock and hen, proudly displayed at the Birmingham Exhibition of 1871. The pair, known as Henry Beldon's pair, won the first prize at the event and were later exhibited at the Crystal Palace in London, Kendal, Whitehouse, Spalding, and Hamburg shows in 1871. The Golden Spangled Polish breed, also known as the Hamburgh or Holland's Hoen, was a popular choice during the Victorian era due to its exotic and eye-catching plumage. The cock in this image is adorned with a vibrant golden coat, speckled with iridescent black and green spots, while the hen boasts a similar pattern but with a white underbelly. The illustration, created by J.W. Ludlow and published in Lewis Wright's Illustrated Book of Poultry in 1890, captures the essence of the breed's allure during the height of the poultry-breeding craze. The intricate details of the birds' feathers and the elegant curves of their forms are beautifully rendered in this chromolithograph by Vincent Brooks Day & Son. Despite their ornamental appearance, it's important to note that the Golden Spangled Polish breed, like many others during this time, was also used for game and cockfighting purposes. The birds' impressive size, strength, and striking appearance made them highly sought-after for both exhibition and sporting pursuits. This image offers a glimpse into the rich history of poultry breeding and ornithology during the Victorian era. The intricate details and vibrant colors of the Golden Spangled Polish cock and hen make it a true masterpiece of Victorian-era art and a must-have for any collector of historical poultry imagery.
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