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F. W Rickett on horseback
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F. W Rickett on horseback
Mr F.W. Rickett : the English financier who obtained the much discussed oil concession from the Abyssinian government. Here on horseback as Master of Foxhounds. Date: September 1935
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Financier Foxhounds Horseback Hunt Mar17 Master Outfit 1935
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In this photograph, F.W. Rickett, the English financier, is seen gracefully riding on horseback as the Master of Foxhounds during a hunt in September 1935. The image transports us back to the 1930s, an era of elegance and adventure. Rickett, a man of great influence and wealth, made headlines in the news for his groundbreaking achievement in obtaining the much-discussed oil concession from the Abyssinian government. However, this photograph offers a glimpse into another side of his life, revealing his passion for the sport of fox hunting. Dressed in the traditional hunting attire, complete with a red jacket, black and tan breeches, and a tall hat adorned with a feather, Rickett cuts an imposing figure against the lush green landscape. His horse, a powerful and well-groomed steed, appears alert and obedient, its ears pricked forward in anticipation of the hunt. The photograph also showcases the grandeur of the hunt, with a group of hounds gathered around Rickett, eagerly awaiting his command. The hunt staff, dressed in their hunting outfits, can be seen in the background, preparing for the chase. The scene is one of excitement and anticipation, as the hunters prepare to set off in pursuit of their quarry. Despite the contrasting worlds of finance and hunting, this photograph captures the essence of F.W. Rickett as a man of many interests and passions. It serves as a reminder of a bygone era, where the pursuit of wealth and the pursuit of sport went hand in hand, and where the thrill of the hunt was a cherished pastime for the elite.
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