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The Spa Wells: Tourists drinking the spa water from the wells at Scarborough Spaw. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Thomas Rowlandson, aquatint by J. C. Stadler, after a sketch by J
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The Spa Wells: Tourists drinking the spa water from the wells at Scarborough Spaw. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Thomas Rowlandson, aquatint by J. C. Stadler, after a sketch by J
FLO4690519 The Spa Wells: Tourists drinking the spa water from the wells at Scarborough Spaw. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Thomas Rowlandson, aquatint by J. C. Stadler, after a sketch by J. Green from Poetical Sketches of Scarborough, Ackermann, London, 1813. by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); (add.info.: The Spa Wells: Tourists drinking the spa water from the wells at Scarborough Spaw. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Thomas Rowlandson, aquatint by J. C. Stadler, after a sketch by J. Green from Poetical Sketches of Scarborough, Ackermann, London, 1813.); © Florilegius
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The Spa Wells - A Delightful Scene of Tourists Enjoying Scarborough's Healing Waters
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. This handcoloured copperplate engraving by Thomas Rowlandson transports us back to the early 19th century, capturing a moment in time at the famous Scarborough Spaw. The image depicts a bustling scene where tourists gather around the spa wells, eagerly partaking in the healing properties of the mineral-rich water. The artist's attention to detail is evident as he portrays individuals from various walks of life engaging in this popular health ritual. Men and women can be seen holding buckets and bottles, filling them with the precious liquid that was believed to have curative powers for ailments both real and imagined. Amidst all this activity, we notice an English gentleman engrossed in his reading while his faithful canine companion patiently waits by his side. The presence of animals adds a touch of domesticity to this otherwise vibrant scene. Rowlandson's caricature-like style brings out not only the physical characteristics but also hints at social commentary on British society during that era. The inclusion of parasols and fashionable attire suggests that visiting spas had become a popular pastime among people seeking leisure and wellness. This print serves as a delightful reminder of how our ancestors sought solace and rejuvenation through natural remedies like drinking spa water. It captures an important aspect of British history when tourism flourished alongside beliefs in the healing powers found within nature's bounty.
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