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Dick Turpin
Dick Turpin almost certainly a different version of the story. The central image shows Turpin, aghast, as Black Bess, who has carried him to York, is carried dead on a stretcher. Although Walter Scott & Sons Circus is advertised here, this would have been a stock poster available for any of the innumerable versions of the very popular story. The date is unknown. Date: 1800s 1900s ?
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Media ID 32225774
© The Michael Diamond Collection
Banner Banners Bess Carried Circus Dead Despair Dick Highwayman Jumping Onlookers Scott Sons Stretcher Turpin Walter Theatrical
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This print captures a dramatic scene from the legendary tale of Dick Turpin, the infamous highwayman. In this particular version of the story, Turpin is depicted in a moment of despair as his loyal steed, Black Bess, is carried lifeless on a stretcher. The expression on Turpin's face conveys shock and grief at the loss of his faithful companion.
The backdrop of the image includes onlookers and a small crowd gathered around to witness this tragic event unfold. A banner advertising Walter Scott & Sons Circus adds to the theatrical nature of the scene, hinting at the popular entertainment that would have been associated with such performances.
The date of this print remains unknown, but it likely hails from either the 1800s or 1900s when stories of daring highwaymen like Dick Turpin were all the rage. The dynamic composition and vivid imagery make this print a striking piece that transports viewers back in time to an era filled with excitement and intrigue.
Whether displayed in a theatre setting or as part of a private collection, this print is sure to captivate audiences with its depiction of one man's sorrowful farewell to his beloved horse amidst a backdrop of historical drama.
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