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Poachers Dog Decoy
Clever poachers make use of a dog, with a lantern on its head, as a decoy to distract the gamekeepers attention from their activities
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Media ID 601937
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1840 Activities Attention Clever Decoy Distract Poachers Poaching
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Poachers Dog Decoy" print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library. This intriguing image transports us back in time to the days of clever poaching tactics. Witness the cunning use of a lantern-adorned dog as a decoy, designed to distract the gamekeeper's attention, allowing poachers to carry out their activities unnoticed. Add an element of history and mystery to your home or office with this beautifully framed print, sure to spark intrigue and conversation. The high-quality print is expertly framed, ensuring a stunning presentation that will last for years to come. Order now and bring a piece of the past into your space.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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
1. Title: "A Clever Trick of the Past: Poachers and Their Canine Decoy, Circa 1840" This evocative photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the clandestine world of poaching in the 19th century. Poaching, the illegal hunting or fishing of game, was a common practice in England during this time, particularly in areas where the wealthy owned vast tracts of land for hunting. Poachers, driven by necessity or desire, employed various tactics to evade the gamekeepers and their watchful eyes. In this image, a poacher makes use of an ingenious decoy to distract the gamekeeper's attention from his illicit activities. The decoy, a dog, is cleverly outfitted with a lantern on its head. The lantern, with its flickering light, would draw the gamekeeper's curiosity and focus his attention away from the poacher and his accomplices. The photograph, taken circa 1840, is a testament to the resourcefulness and cunning of the poachers of the time. The use of a dog decoy was a common practice in poaching communities, as dogs were easily trainable and could be made to draw attention away from their human companions. The historical significance of this photograph lies not only in its depiction of a poaching tactic but also in the insight it provides into the social and economic conditions of the time. Poaching was a symptom of the class divide and the unequal distribution of resources, with the wealthy landowners and their gamekeepers on one side, and the impoverished poachers on the other. This photograph, with its intriguing story and historical context, serves as a reminder of the past and the clever ways in which people have adapted to their circumstances. It is a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era, captured in a single, captivating image.
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