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Young English gentleman riding with hounds in a stag hunt

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Young English gentleman riding with hounds in a stag hunt

Young English gentleman riding with hounds in a stag hunt. A woman rider thrown from a horse. iHandcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from William Combes The Dance of Life, Rudolph Ackermann, London, 1817

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Ackermann Architect Builders Columns Combe Gentleman Hounds Hunt Pillars Plans Regency Rowlandson Rudolph Spade Stag Stately Wheelbarrow


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1. Title: A Young English Gentleman's Pursuit: Stag Hunt and Architectural Plans This hand-coloured copperplate engraving, created by Thomas Rowlandson and published by Rudolph Ackermann in 1817, offers a vivid glimpse into the Regency era's unique blend of leisure and industry. The image, titled "Young English gentleman riding with hounds in a stag hunt," showcases the elegance and excitement of a traditional English hunt, with a young gentleman gracefully riding on horseback, surrounded by an eager pack of hounds. However, the scene is not just about the thrill of the chase; it also hints at the multifaceted nature of the lives of the landed gentry. In the background, we see a woman, perhaps the gentleman's wife or companion, being assisted by a man after a fall from her horse. This unexpected interruption to the hunt underscores the risks and challenges that came with such pursuits. The engraving also reveals the gentleman's other passion – architecture. With plans and blueprints in hand, he appears deeply engrossed in the design of a stately home, showcasing the classical style with its columns and pillars. The scene is set at a construction site, where builders are busy at work, using wheelbarrows, spades, and stones to bring the architect's vision to life. This intriguing image, with its rich details and contrasting elements, offers a fascinating glimpse into the daily life of a young English gentleman during the Regency era, where the pursuit of leisure and industry went hand in hand.

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