Brown-breasted red game birds, 1890 (chromolithograph)

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Brown-breasted red game birds, 1890 (chromolithograph)

5912868 Brown-breasted red game birds, 1890 (chromolithograph) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); (add.info.: Brown-breasted red game birds, Gallus gallus domesticus, bred by C. W. Brierley. The Statue, winner of the challenge cup at Birmingham 1886 and Little Queen, winner of the cup at Liverpool 1887. Chromolithograph by Vincent Brooks Day & Son after an illustration by J.W. Ludlow from Lewis Wrights The Illustrated Book of Poultry, Cassell, London, 1890.); © Florilegius

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1890 Cassell Challenge Cup Cock Cockfighting Exotic Gallus Gallus Domesticus Game Bird Hen Craze Hen Fever Lewis Wright Ludlow Plumage Poultry Breeding Show Bird The Illustrated Book Of Poultry Vincent Brooks Day Winner Brierley

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This chromolithograph from 1890 showcases the exquisite beauty of Brown-breasted red game birds, bred by the renowned C. W. Brierley. The print features two remarkable specimens - The Statue, winner of the challenge cup at Birmingham in 1886, and Little Queen, who triumphed at Liverpool in 1887. The artist J. W. Ludlow skillfully captures every intricate detail of these gallant Gallus gallus domesticus creatures with his illustration, which was later reproduced as a chromolithograph by Vincent Brooks Day & Son. This particular artwork comes from Lewis Wright's esteemed publication "The Illustrated Book of Poultry" a definitive Victorian resource on poultry breeding and ornithology. These show birds are truly exotic in their appearance, displaying vibrant plumage that is both striking and alluring to behold. With their regal presence and distinctive markings, they epitomize the fascination surrounding game birds during this era. Cockfighting enthusiasts would have been captivated by such illustrations as they indulged in their passion for this popular pastime known as hen fever or hen craze. These prints not only served as decorative pieces but also provided inspiration for players immersed in the world of cockfighting games. This stunning print transports us back to a time when admiration for these magnificent creatures reached its peak, offering us a glimpse into an era where artistry met ornithological wonderment.

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