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Fashionable dandies watching bear-baiting and dog-fighting. Dick and Squire Jenkins enjoying the Sport at the Battle of Animals (now Place du Colonel Fabien), or the Parisian Duck Lane (i.e. Westminster Pit)
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Fashionable dandies watching bear-baiting and dog-fighting. Dick and Squire Jenkins enjoying the Sport at the Battle of Animals (now Place du Colonel Fabien), or the Parisian Duck Lane (i.e. Westminster Pit)
FLO4686769 Fashionable dandies watching bear-baiting and dog-fighting. Dick and Squire Jenkins enjoying the Sport at the Battle of Animals (now Place du Colonel Fabien), or the Parisian Duck Lane (i.e. Westminster Pit). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cruikshank from David Carey's Life in Paris, the Rambles, Sprees and Amours of Dick Wildfire, Fairburn, London, 1822.; (add.info.: Fashionable dandies watching bear-baiting and dog-fighting. Dick and Squire Jenkins enjoying the Sport at the Battle of Animals (now Place du Colonel Fabien), or the Parisian Duck Lane (i.e. Westminster Pit). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cruikshank from David Carey's Life in Paris, the Rambles, Sprees and Amours of Dick Wildfire, Fairburn, London, 1822.); © Florilegius
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In this print from the 19th century, we see fashionable dandies immersed in the brutal and barbaric world of bear-baiting and dog-fighting. The scene depicts Dick and Squire Jenkins enjoying the spectacle at the Battle of Animals, also known as Place du Colonel Fabien or Parisian Duck Lane.
The hand-colored copperplate engraving by George Cruikshank captures the excitement and thrill of the event, showcasing a mix of humor and horror as onlookers watch with anticipation. The contrast between their stylish attire and the violent nature of the sport creates a striking juxtaposition that speaks to the decadence and cruelty prevalent in society during that time.
As we delve into this historical snapshot, we are reminded of a darker chapter in our past where entertainment often came at the expense of innocent creatures. It serves as a poignant reminder of how far we have come in terms of animal rights and ethical treatment.
Through this artwork, we are transported back to an era where such spectacles were not only accepted but celebrated. It is a stark reminder of our capacity for both compassion and cruelty, urging us to reflect on our own values and actions towards animals today.
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