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English huntsman in hunting pinks and boots examining
English huntsman in hunting pinks and boots examining a fox in a cage by candlelight, 19th century. Facey Romford receiving a bag fox from Willia Watkins. A maid in apron and petticoats watches. This is a pretty present for a Master of Hounds to receive. Handcoloured steel engraving after an illustration by John Leech from Robert Smith Surtees Mr. Facey Romfords Hounds, Bradbury, Evans and Co. London, 1865. Leech (1817-1864) was an English caricaturist and illustrator best known for his work for Punch magazine
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In this 19th century image, an English huntsman, dressed in the traditional pinks and boots of the hunting world, carefully examines a fox in a cage by candlelight. The huntsman, identified as Mr. Facey Romford, receives the cage from Willia Watkins, a gamekeeper, while a maid in an apron and petticoats watches on. The scene exudes an air of excitement and anticipation, as if this is a particularly fine catch for the Master of Hounds. The huntsman's horse stands nearby, its side saddle adorned with hunting gear, while the huntsman's hounds and pack dogs can be seen in the background, eagerly awaiting their master's commands. The year is old, and the hunting season is in full swing, with the fresh scent of the hunt in the air. John Leech, a renowned English caricaturist and illustrator, expertly captured this moment of tradition and sport in his handcoloured steel engraving. The intricate details of the huntsman's attire, the fox's cage, and the rustic surroundings transport us back to the Victorian era, a time when blood sports were a popular pastime for the aristocracy and gentry. The comical and humorous elements of the illustration, such as the huntsman's quizzical expression and the maid's curious gaze, add to the overall charm of the image. This print is a testament to the enduring appeal of the English hunting tradition and the beauty of the countryside.
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