Fine Art Print : Shooting Grouse (Alken)
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Shooting Grouse (Alken)
GROUSE - Two men and their dogs walk up a moor hoping to start up some grouse
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1820 Alken Grouse Hoping Moor Shooting Start Walk
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the timeless beauty of the English countryside with our exquisite range of Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image, titled "Shooting Grouse (Alken)" showcases the traditional pastime of grouse shooting, with two determined hunters and their loyal dogs traversing a rugged moorland landscape. Each print is meticulously reproduced from the original artwork, ensuring the finest details and vibrant colors are preserved for your home or office. Elevate your decor with this stunning representation of rural heritage and tradition.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Shooting Grouse (Alken), 1820 - Two Men and Their Dogs on a Moorland Hunt This evocative image, captured by the renowned English sporting artist, John James Audubon Alken (1771-1849), takes us back in time to the early 19th century and the traditional British pastime of grouse shooting. Set against the vast, undulating expanse of a moorland landscape, the painting depicts two determined hunters, clad in tweed and armed with shotguns, accompanied by their loyal and attentive dogs. The men, with their heads down and eyes focused on the ground, are in search of the elusive grouse, a bird renowned for its distinctive, booming call and its ability to fly in a zigzag pattern to evade predators. The hunters' dogs, alert and poised, eagerly follow their masters, their keen senses attuned to the slightest scent of game. The historical significance of this painting lies not only in its portrayal of a popular sporting pursuit but also in its representation of the close relationship between man and nature. The moorland, with its rugged terrain and diverse wildlife, provided not only a testing ground for the hunter's skills but also a source of sustenance and enjoyment. The painting, with its rich colors and intricate details, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us to a time when the pursuit of grouse was a cherished tradition, passed down from generation to generation. This image, a testament to the enduring appeal of the great outdoors and the thrill of the hunt, continues to resonate with us today.
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