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The menagerie with chimneys smoking (pen & ink on paper)
449290 The menagerie with chimneys smoking (pen & ink on paper) by Gasselin, Noel (fl.1677); 13.3x30.6 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; (add.info.: Around 1661, King Louis XIV had a menagerie of " ferocious" beasts built at Vincennes for the organization of fights. Surrounding a rectangular courtyard, a two-storey building with balconies allowed spectators to view the scene. The animals were housed on the ground floor in cells bordering the courtyard, with small yards on the outside where they could take a bit of exercise. At Vincennes, lions, tigers, and leopards were kept in cages around an amphitheater where the king could entertain courtiers and visiting dignitaries with bloody battles. In 1682, for instance, the ambassador of Persia enjoyed the spectacle of a fight to the death between a royal tiger and an elephant.); Reproduced by permission of Chatsworth Settlement Trustees; French, out of copyright
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This print titled "The menagerie with chimneys smoking" by Noel Gasselin depicts a scene from the 17th century. The artwork, created using pen and ink on paper, measures 13.3x30.6 cm and is part of the Devonshire Collections at Chatsworth. The image showcases an extraordinary menagerie constructed in Vincennes during King Louis XIV's reign around 1661. This unique establishment housed ferocious beasts for organized fights, providing entertainment for the king and his esteemed guests. The rectangular courtyard was surrounded by a two-storey building with balconies where spectators could witness these thrilling battles. On the ground floor of this grand structure were cells that served as homes for lions, tigers, and leopards. These majestic creatures had small yards outside their enclosures to stretch their legs and exercise. The photograph captures smoke billowing out of numerous chimneys scattered throughout the menagerie, adding an air of mystery to the scene. One notable event mentioned is a fight between a royal tiger and an elephant witnessed by Persia's ambassador in 1682—an example of the brutal spectacles that took place within these walls. Reproduced with permission from Chatsworth Settlement Trustees, this French artwork provides us with a glimpse into history while showcasing Gasselin's skillful use of pen and ink techniques. It serves as a reminder of our fascination with exotic animals throughout time—a testament to humanity's complex relationship with nature.
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