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Victorian English gentlemen thrown from a one-horse gig on a cou, 1900 (chromolithograph)
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Victorian English gentlemen thrown from a one-horse gig on a cou, 1900 (chromolithograph)
7233585 Victorian English gentlemen thrown from a one-horse gig on a cou, 1900 (chromolithograph) by Alken, Henry Thomas (1785-1851); (add.info.: Victorian English gentlemen thrown from a one-horse gig on a country lane. A farmer in smock watches from a field. What! Never upset in a gig? Chromolithographic facsimile of an illustration by Henry Thomas Alkenfrom Memoirs of the Life of the Late John Mytton by Nimrod aka Charles James Apperley, Kegan Paul, London, 1900.)
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This vibrant chromolithograph captures a dramatic moment in the English countryside during the Victorian era. The scene depicts a group of distinguished gentlemen being thrown from their one-horse gig on a peaceful country lane. As they tumble through the air, their shocked expressions mirror those of the onlookers - including a farmer in his smock who watches from a nearby field. The caption humorously exclaims, "What! Never upset in a gig?". This phrase playfully suggests that such an accident is unexpected for these refined individuals. The artwork itself is a chromolithographic facsimile of an illustration by Henry Thomas Alken, originally featured in Memoirs of the Life of the Late John Mytton by Nimrod (Charles James Apperley). Published in London in 1900, this print offers viewers a glimpse into early twentieth-century British culture and transportation practices. The lush green pastures and rural landscape surrounding the mishap evoke images of idyllic countryside scenes. It transports us to an era when horse-drawn carts were common means of transport for both passengers and goods. Through this image, we can appreciate not only its artistic value but also gain insights into historical modes of transportation and rural life during this period. This print serves as another testament to Bridgeman Images' commitment to preserving and sharing fine art from various periods throughout history.
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