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Society Prepares For Fox Hunt
Filename: 990_16_5-A-Horse_3HR.jpg
Size: 4800 x 3758 (9.8MB)
Date: 3rd February 2014
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
Credit: Underwood Archives
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
City: Wheatley Hills
County: New York
Country: United States
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Society Prepares For Fox Hunt
Wheatley Hills, New York: c. 1929. Society notable Mrs. Charles G. Moller prepares to participate in a fox hunt on the Harry Payne Whitney estate on Long Island
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Media ID 9738451
© Underwood Archives/UIG
1920s 1929 1930s B And W Daytime Domestic Animals Equine Horses Hunting Monochromatic Monochrome New York Fox Hunt
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photo print, taken in Wheatley Hills, New York around 1929, we catch a glimpse of the high society preparing for an exhilarating fox hunt. The esteemed Mrs. Charles G. Moller stands poised and elegant, ready to partake in this prestigious event on the renowned Harry Payne Whitney estate located on Long Island. The image transports us back to a bygone era when fox hunting was not only a sport but also a symbol of wealth and privilege. As the sun shines brightly overhead, casting long shadows across the scene, Mrs. Moller radiates confidence atop her majestic steed. Surrounded by fellow participants dressed impeccably in their riding attire, this snapshot captures both the excitement and tradition that accompanied such hunts during the early 20th century. Horses stand tall and proud while domesticated animals eagerly await their role in this thrilling chase. This vintage photograph from Underwood Archives offers us a window into history—a time when nature's beauty intertwined with human pursuit for adventure and camaraderie. It serves as a reminder of how our pastimes have evolved over time while preserving elements of tradition that continue to captivate our imaginations today. As we gaze upon this monochromatic masterpiece, it is impossible not to be drawn into its timeless allure—a testament to both skillful photography and the enduring spirit of those who embraced these historic pursuits so many years ago.
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