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Monday afternoon at Tattersalls (engraving)
587514 Monday afternoon at Tattersalls (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Monday afternoon at Tattersalls, London.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22940526
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Monday Afternoon at Tattersalls - A Glimpse into London's Horse Auctions
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. This engraving, titled "Monday afternoon at Tattersalls" offers a fascinating window into the bustling world of horse auctions in 19th century London. The artwork, part of a private collection and now available through Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder, showcases the vibrant atmosphere that surrounded these weekly events. In this scene, we are transported to Tattersalls auction house on a typical Monday afternoon. The room is filled with men from all walks of life, eagerly engaged in spirited conversations and intense bidding wars. Their animated gestures and focused expressions reveal their passion for racehorses and the thrill of acquiring these magnificent creatures. The artist skillfully captures the energy and excitement permeating throughout the space. From jockeys to aristocrats, people from various social backgrounds gather here united by their shared love for horses. Amidst the sea of faces, one can almost hear the rhythmic sound of hooves echoing in anticipation as prized racehorses are paraded before potential buyers. This engraving not only serves as a visual record but also provides us with an invaluable glimpse into an important aspect of London's cultural heritage – its deep-rooted connection to equestrianism. It reminds us that even in bustling city centers like London, there existed spaces where passions converged and dreams were realized. As we admire this historical print captured by an anonymous English School artist over a century ago, let
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