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Two Regency gentlemen about to fight a duel with pistols
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Two Regency gentlemen about to fight a duel with pistols
5893722 Two Regency gentlemen about to fight a duel with pistols. by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); (add.info.: Two Regency gentlemen about to fight a duel with pistols. One expecting the magistrates and Bow Street officers to appear. More Miseries. Handcoloured copperplate engraving designed and etched by Thomas Rowlandson to accompany Reverend James Beresfords Miseries of Human Life, Ackermann, 1808.); © Florilegius
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Accident Ackermann Angst Anguish Anticipation Anxiety Challenge Chivalry Disappointment Duel Etching Gentlemen Miseries Of Human Life Mishap More Miseries Pistols Regency Reverend James Beresford Seconds Thomas Rowlandson Accidents Copperplate Engraving Fear Handcoloured
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In this print by Thomas Rowlandson, we are transported back to the Regency era, where two gentlemen stand poised for a deadly duel. The tension in the air is palpable as they prepare to settle their dispute with pistols in hand. Dressed in elegant Georgian attire, these men embody both the code of chivalry and the harsh reality of dueling culture. Their seconds anxiously await nearby, ready to assist if needed. Yet amidst their anticipation lies disappointment, as one gentleman expects interference from magistrates and Bow Street officers. This scene is part of Reverend James Beresford's "Miseries of Human Life" beautifully brought to life through Rowlandson's handcoloured copperplate engraving. Through satire and caricature, he captures not only the physicality of the duel but also its emotional toll on those involved. As viewers, we can't help but feel a mix of anguish and anxiety while observing this moment frozen in time. We witness not just a fight between two individuals but also an illustration of societal pressures and expectations that often led to such drastic measures. Rowlandson's meticulous design and etching techniques add depth and detail to every aspect of this artwork. It serves as a reminder that accidents can happen even during carefully orchestrated events like duels – mishaps that could potentially alter lives forever. This print stands as a testament to both the allure and danger inherent in Regency society – capturing a pivotal moment where honor clashes with fear on an otherwise peaceful day.
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