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Messenger on horseback

Messenger. Historical artwork of a messenger on horseback. In France in 1650, the period this image represents, it took some 15 days to get a message from Paris to Marseille, a distance of some 660 kilometres. Illustration from Physique Populaire (1891), by E. Desbeaux

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1700s 18th Century Carrying Cold Forest France French Horse Medieval Message Messenger Middle Ages Rider Riding Snowy Winter Wintry 1650 Conveying Courier Horse Back


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This print titled "Messenger on Horseback" takes us back to 1650 in France, offering a glimpse into the challenges of communication during that era. The artwork portrays a male messenger bravely riding through a wintry forest, battling the elements and traversing rough terrain to deliver an important message. With his trusty steed by his side, this historical figure embarks on a perilous journey from Paris to Marseille, covering an astonishing distance of 660 kilometers. In those times, it took approximately 15 days for such crucial information to reach its destination. This image beautifully captures the essence of medieval life with its snowy backdrop and hints at the hardships faced by messengers who risked their lives for timely communication. The attention to detail in this art piece is remarkable; every stroke brings forth the rider's determination and resilience against nature's forces. As we admire this illustration from Physique Populaire (1891) by E. Desbeaux, we are reminded of how far we have come in terms of technology and instant connectivity. Let this mesmerizing print serve as a reminder of our ancestors' struggles and triumphs in conveying messages across vast distances on horseback during one cold winter day in history-rich France.

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