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Young English gentleman leaving his family to go
Young English gentleman leaving his family to go on the Grand Tour. About to get into a horse-drawn carriage to go to Europe. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from William Combes The Dance of Life, Rudolph Ackermann, London, 1817
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This handcoloured copperplate engraving, titled 'Young English Gentleman Leaving His Family to Go on the Grand Tour,' is a poignant depiction of a young Englishman bidding farewell to his loved ones before embarking on an educational journey across Europe. The scene, illustrated by Thomas Rowlandson and published by Rudolph Ackermann in 1817 as part of William Combe's 'The Dance of Life,' captures the Regency era's grandeur and nostalgia. The young gentleman, dressed in the height of fashion, stands at the entrance of his family's estate, ready to climb into the horse-drawn carriage that awaits him. His wife, dressed in an elegant gown, holds their baby in her arms, while their maid and footman look on with sombre expressions. The posthouse in the background, with its French flag flying high, symbolizes the young man's destination - France, a popular choice for the Grand Tour. The Grand Tour was a traditional rite of passage for young Englishmen of the time, an opportunity to broaden their horizons, learn about art, history, and culture, and establish important social connections. This engraving beautifully encapsulates the bittersweet moment of departure, with the young man's family and loved ones watching him go with a mixture of pride and sadness. Thomas Rowlandson's caricature, with its intricate details and handcoloured embellishments, adds a touch of whimsy and charm to this poignant scene. The Grand Tour may have been an essential part of the Regency era's education system, but it was also a time of personal growth and self-discovery, as young men embarked on a journey that would shape their futures.
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