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The Road to Epsom by Thomas Rowlandson
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The Road to Epsom by Thomas Rowlandson
" Those red-cheeked, guffawing Cockneys, who sreamed to Epsom in coach, carriage, wheelbarrow, donkey cart, formed the inchoate mass whence were drawn the man who shouldered his Brown Bess in the Peninsula, and he who, naked to the waist, fed the guns at Trafalgar." The road to Epsom as depicted by Thomas Rowlandson. Date: 24 November 1930
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Classes Cockneys Derby Eighteenth Epsom Horseracing Lower Races Rowlandson Satire
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The Road to Epsom," a captivating and humorous masterpiece by Thomas Rowlandson, transports us back to the 18th century as it depicts the bustling scene of people making their way to the renowned Epsom Races. Rowlandson's satirical brush brings to life the vibrant energy and excitement of the day, as red-cheeked, guffawing Cockneys, dressed in their finest, make their way to the event in various modes of transportation - from coaches and carriages to wheelbarrows and donkey carts. This enchanting print, created on November 24, 1930, offers a fascinating glimpse into the social fabric of the time. The lower classes, often overlooked in historical accounts, are at the forefront of this scene, providing a stark contrast to the grandeur and elegance typically associated with the upper classes and their attendance at such events. The chaos and joviality of the crowd, however, belies the importance of this day in British history. Among the throng of people, the future soldier in the Peninsula War and the gunner at Trafalgar can be discerned. The Road to Epsom serves as a poignant reminder that even the most ordinary of moments can yield extraordinary outcomes. Thomas Rowlandson's The Road to Epsom is not only a captivating work of art but also an essential piece of historical documentation, offering a unique perspective on the past and the diverse social fabric of 18th-century England.
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