Fine Art Print : Dick Turpin shoots fellow highwayman, Tom King
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Dick Turpin shoots fellow highwayman, Tom King
Dick Turpin shoots fellow highwayman, Tom King Date: 1839
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1839 Bandit Bandits Crime Crimes Criminal Criminals Dick Fires High Way Highway Man Outlaw Robber Shoot Shooting Shoots Turpin
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints range. This mesmerizing image, "Dick Turpin shoots fellow highwayman, Tom King," tells a tale of the legendary highwayman's ruthless side. Drawn from the rich historical archives of Mary Evans Prints Online, this 1839 illustration masterfully captures the moment of confrontation between two notorious highwaymen. Add this intriguing piece to your home or office décor and bring the past to life. Experience the thrill of history with every glance.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 31.6cm (21" x 12.4")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Dick Turpin's Shocking Act: The Fateful Encounter Between Two Notorious Highwaymen, 1839" This evocative image captures the moment of confrontation between two of the most notorious highwaymen of 18th century England: Dick Turpin and Tom King. The print, dated 1839, depicts the tense scene of a shoot-out between the two robbers, with Turpin aiming his gun at his fellow criminal, King. The setting sun casts an ominous glow over the rugged landscape, adding to the sense of danger and intrigue. Both highwaymen are dressed in the traditional attire of the time, with long coats, tricorn hats, and bandanas covering their faces. Their eyes are fixed on each other, the tension between them palpable. The story of Dick Turpin and Tom King is one of the most enduring tales of crime and adventure in English folklore. Turpin, a notorious bandit and thief, was known for his daring escapes and his ability to evade capture for years. King, too, was a formidable criminal, with a long list of robberies and burglaries to his name. According to legend, the two highwaymen had a falling out over a dispute about the division of their loot. The ensuing argument escalated into a violent confrontation, with Turpin drawing his gun and shooting King. The exact details of the encounter are uncertain, but the image of Turpin shooting his rival has become a symbol of the lawless and dangerous world of the English highways in the 18th century. The print is a testament to the enduring fascination with the lives of these criminal figures, who continue to captivate the popular imagination to this day. It serves as a reminder of a time when the lines between law and disorder were blurred, and where the thrill of the chase and the allure of the outlaw held a powerful allure for many.
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