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Fine Art Print : FLOGGING NEAR-DEAD HORSE
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FLOGGING NEAR-DEAD HORSE
Montfaucon, on the outskirts of Paris : a wagon-driver flogs a nearly dead horse which has collapsed trying to draw a wagon containing a truly dead cab-horse. Date: 1860
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Media ID 32217076
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1860 Collapsed Dead Draw Driver Flogging Montfaucon Outskirts Wagon
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the raw power of history with our Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the haunting image of "Flogging Near-Dead Horse" by Montfaucon. This poignant work, sourced from Rights Managed at Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the gritty reality of life in the 19th century. Witness the determination of the wagon-driver as he attempts to coax life back into his exhausted horse, while the lifeless cab-horse lies helplessly in the background. Add this powerful piece to your collection and bring the past to life in your home or office.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.6cm x 40.6cm (19.9" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting image captures a scene of cruelty and desperation on the outskirts of Paris in 1860. In Montfaucon, a wagon-driver is seen mercilessly flogging a nearly dead horse that has collapsed while trying to draw a wagon containing a truly dead cab-horse. The stark contrast between life and death, work and exhaustion is palpable in this historical moment frozen in time.
The harsh reality of the working conditions for horses during this era is laid bare in this photograph. These noble animals were often pushed to their limits, forced to labor until they could no longer stand. The sight of the exhausted horse being beaten serves as a poignant reminder of the exploitation and mistreatment that was all too common in the past.
As we look back on this scene from over a century ago, it serves as a sobering reflection on our relationship with animals and our responsibility to treat them with compassion and respect. It also highlights how far we have come in terms of animal welfare standards since then.
This print from Mary Evans Prints Online may be difficult to look at, but it offers an important glimpse into history and reminds us of the importance of treating all living beings with kindness and empathy.
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