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"The Queen's Highway in the Sixteenth Century", by J. Hayllar... 1864. Creator: W Thomas. "The Queen's Highway in the Sixteenth Century", by J. Hayllar... 1864. Creator: W Thomas
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"The Queen's Highway in the Sixteenth Century", by J. Hayllar... 1864. Creator: W Thomas. "The Queen's Highway in the Sixteenth Century", by J. Hayllar... 1864. Creator: W Thomas
"The Queen's Highway in the Sixteenth Century", by J. Hayllar, in the Winter Exhibition at the gallery of the Institute of Painters in Water-colours, 1864. Engraving of a painting. "The journey was marvellous for ease and expedition, for such is the perfect evenness of the new highway, her Highnes left the coach only once, whilst the hinds and folk of a base sort lifted it on with their poles." So, then, to have the extremely rare luxury of vehicular conveyance - if, indeed, it were such before the invention of steel carriage springs, and some two centuries before Mr. M'Adam made, at Bristol, the first solid road since the time of the Romans - to have, we say, locomotive aid in the form of a coach and to become firmly embedded to the axletrees in mud "only once" on a short journey, was considered in the "merrie England" of the days of "good Queen Bess" something so wonderful that the solitary mishap here represented seems to have been regarded rather as an agrement de voyage...The Queen has, we see, sprung over the ruts, and now trips forward, under a lowering, watery sky, no-wise disconcerted, surprised, or angry, followed by her laughing maids of honour, and leaving footmen, hinds, and mounted attendants to extricate the coach'. From "Illustrated London News", 1864
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This print captures a scene from "The Queen's Highway in the Sixteenth Century" by J. Hayllar, exhibited at the gallery of the Institute of Painters in Water-colours in 1864. The image depicts a moment from a journey taken by Queen Elizabeth I on a newly constructed highway, showcasing the marvels of transportation during that era.
Intriguingly, the engraving portrays an incident where the royal coach becomes stuck in mud, highlighting both the challenges and advancements in travel during this time period. Despite this mishap, Queen Elizabeth remains composed and unfazed as she gracefully navigates her way forward with her entourage.
The detailed depiction of this historical event offers a glimpse into the past, illustrating not only the luxurious mode of transport enjoyed by royalty but also shedding light on societal norms and customs prevalent during Queen Elizabeth's reign.
As we gaze upon this enchanting print, we are transported back to a time when even a minor setback such as getting stuck in mud could be seen as an amusing adventure rather than a cause for frustration. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of transportation technology while also celebrating the resilience and grace exhibited by figures such as Queen Elizabeth I.
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