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The Challenge, 1843 (hand coloured lithograph)
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The Challenge, 1843 (hand coloured lithograph)
985987 The Challenge, 1843 (hand coloured lithograph) by Nixon, James Henry (1802-57); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Challenge. Plate XVI from The Eglinton Tournament by James Henry Nixon and John Richardson. Engraved by Day and Haghe after James Henry Nixon (1802-1857). Hand coloured lithograph. Published in 1843.); Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22638734
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1840s 1843 Campsite Challenge Competing Competition Competitive Competitor Encampment English Art English Artist Engraved Equine Gesture Gesturing Hand Colored Hand Coloring Hand Coloured Hand Colouring Hand Gesture Hand Movement Hand Tinted Handcolored Hooved Mammal Horse Rider Lithographic Lithoprint Londonderry Medium Group Medium Group Of Animals Medium Group Of People Men Only Mid 19th Century Mid Nineteenth Century Nixon Northern Ireland Point Pointing Pose Posed Posing Prints Richardson Rival Rivalry Tent Tournament 19th Century Painting Artist British British Artist Day And Haghe Eglinton Handcoloured
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The Challenge, 1843
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is a captivating hand-coloured lithograph that takes us back to the vibrant world of 19th-century England. Created by James Henry Nixon and John Richardson, this artwork captures the essence of an intense rivalry during The Eglinton Tournament. In this print, we witness a group of men gathered in an outdoor campsite, their horses patiently waiting nearby. The competitors are posed with confidence and determination, each one ready to face the challenge ahead. Hand tinting adds depth and richness to the scene, bringing it to life before our eyes. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every stroke of color and gesture captured on paper. From the mid-adult riders showcasing their equestrian skills to the young adults observing from afar, there is a sense of anticipation in the air. This piece not only showcases British artistry but also reflects upon a specific moment in history when horse riding competitions were at their peak. It transports us back to a time when such tournaments were highly regarded social events for men only. As we gaze upon "The Challenge" we can't help but appreciate its historical significance and marvel at how it continues to captivate viewers even today. This hand-coloured lithograph serves as both a testament to artistic skill and as a window into another era—a reminder of how art has always had the power to transport us through time.
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