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USA, Louisiana, Houmas, Bald Eagle, Haliaeetus leucocephalus

The Deer Hunt from Le Livre de la Chasse (Book of the Hunt) of Gaston III Phoebus (1331-1391), Comte de Foix. 15th century manuscript. Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Kenya, Masai Mara. A female cheetah stalks a herd of Thomsons gazelle on the savannah

A stalking party sets out on the hill on the Benmore Estate

Namibia, Erongo Region, Damarland. A Cheetah ( Acinonyx jubatus). The word cheetah is derived from the Sanskrit word chitrakayah

A pride of lions rests near water in the Masai Mara Game Reserve. The nucleus of any pride is a number of closely related females

Having killed a Thomsons gazelle, a python drags it by the nose to a secure place where it will devour it out of sight from other predators and vultures

A pride of lions moves to shelter from an approaching storm. The nucleus of any pride is a number of closely related females

Leopard (Panthera pardus) with Marabou Stork (Leptoptilos crumeniferus)

Mobile safari in Kenya with Samburu moran warriors as game spotters

The Karo excel in body art. Before dances and ceremonial occasions, they decorate their faces and torsos elaborately using local white chalk, pulverised rock and other natural pigments

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Hunting blind in winter - Germany Date:

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Seal hunting - killed Harp seals on boat - Uummannaq, Greenland Date:

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Seal hunting - killed Harp seals on boat - Uummannaq, Greenland Date:

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White-Tailed Eagle - in flight - Isle of Mull, Scotland, United Kingdom. Date:

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White-tailed Eagle - attacked by Hooded Crow - Scotland, United Kingdom Date:

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Shotgun with small-shot cartridge hunting Germany Date:

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Shotgun with small-shot cartridge hunting Germany Date:

Prince of Wales in Nepal Terai, shooting tigers 1876
Prince of Wales, (later Edward VII) with Colonel Sir Arthur Ellis, in close quarters with tigers. Date: 1876

Prince of Wales tiger shooting 1876
Prince of Wales, (later Edward VII) on a shooting expedition in the Terai, padding a tiger. Date: 1876

Prince of Wales in Nepal Terai, shooting bears 1876
Prince of Wales, (later Edward VII) on a shooting expedition in the Terai, crossing a nullah in the jungle. March 1876

MFH of the South Devon Foxhounds
Master of Fox Hounds of the South Devon Foxhounds. Date: circa 1960s

Hunstman of the South Devon Foxhounds at a quarry close to Newton Abbott, Devon. Date: circa 1960s

Huntsmen and foxhounds, Bodmin, Cornwall
Huntsmen and foxhounds of the North Cornwall Foxhounds, Lanhydrock Park, Bodmin, Cornwall. Date: 1960s

Huntsman of the South Devon Foxhounds on his white horse. Date: 1960s

Devon and Somerset staghounds on a country lane. Date: circa 1960s

Huntsman of the Lamerton Foxhounds, Tavistock, Devon. Date: circa 1960s

Hunting hare, 17th century
A huntsman on foot blowing a hunting horn leads the way for two huntsmen and their dogs, in close pursuit of a hare. circa 1660

Devon and Somerset Staghounds stables, with huntsman, two hounds and a horse. Date: circa 1960s

Silverton Foxhounds and two huntsmen, Devon. Date: 1960s

Pompeii, Italy - Casa della Caccia Antica (House of the Ancient Hunt or House of the Hunt / House of the Wild Boar). Date: circa 1910s

Stirrup cup before hunt sets off, St Just, Cornwall
Stirrup cup before the hunt sets off from outside the Kings Arms at St Just, Cornwall. The man with the tray is " Jethro" (Geoff Rowe), landlord of the pub. Date: 1970s

Fragment of a Krater. Italy 30-20 BC. Marble. Artemis carries a torch as the Goddess of the Night and Darkness, and a quiver as the Goddess of the Hunt. Behind her is a pine tree

Society Snapshots at Ascot, 1921 featuring Lorne Horne, the Hunt Cup race at Ascot, the Royal family at Ascot (King, Queen, Prince of Wales and Princess Mary), General Pitcairn-Campbell

Pierce Egans Anecdotes: duck hunting by dogs in river
Colour plate: The canine fanciers trying the qualities of their dogs at a duck hunt from Pierce Egans anecdotes of the turf, the chase, the ring and the stage, 1827

The Sportswomans Page, hunting season in Ireland
The Sportswomans Page in the Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News, 3rd November 1917. The hunting season in Ireland: the Waterford Foxhounds - (l to r) Mr James Russell, Mr Richard Russell

Partridge chasing: a new form of sport at ther front, WW1
Some of the younger officers chasing partridges in France, not far from the front line, as a form of sport. 1917

Sketches in the Hunting Field - The Finish. 1880

Crocodile hunting, 1881
Hunting crocodile in the pool near Kalmunai in Ceylon(Sri Lanka), 1881. The original caption wrongly decribes this creature as an alligator. Date: 1881

Hare Hunting. circa 1840

The Visitor Who Told The Master Off by H M Bateman. This illustration shows a hunt, with the Master of the Hunt being scolded by another. The Master is green in the face

Honour Was Satisfied by H M Bateman, or, The Seasons Retrospect. This illustration shows a man hunting, but is such a bad shot that he hits nothing

Womens hunting attire 1906
Hunting attire made from English fabric and leather edge, fitted jacket with bishop sleeves, waist coat, loose skirt and hat with bird wings. 1906

Tivoli Hotel, Klerksdorp, NW Province, South Africa, with a hunting party outside. Date: circa 1905

Good Hunting by C. Ambler in the Tatler, 1931
Cartoon by Christopher Gifford Ambler (1886-1951), a prolific illustrator who specialised in dogs and horses. Date: 1931

Seashore. Hunting for crabs
The crab hunt. Edwarding family hunting crabs along the seashore. Date: circa 1910

Home of poet Leigh Hunt, Chelsea, London, England
The Home of James Henry Leigh Hunt (19 October 1784 28 August 1859), best known as Leigh Hunt, was an English critic, essayist, poet, and writer and central figure of the English Romantic Movement

Frog huntsman and dog on a greetings postcard
Frog huntsman and his dog on a greetings postcard. Date: circa 1890s

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"Unveiling the Art of Hunt: From Foxes to Hares, Light to Darkness" Embarking on a festive morning, Mr. Fox's Hunt Breakfast on Christmas Day brings together riders and their loyal dogs in pursuit of exhilarating adventure. As the sun rises, they set off from the grand Chateau, leaving behind an air of anticipation. Intriguingly, William Holman Hunt's masterpiece "The Light of the World" captures Jesus as the ultimate beacon illuminating our path. Just as He guides us through life's labyrinthine hunt for purpose and meaning, these hunters seek their quarry with determination. From fox hunting to hare coursing in 1835, each chase carries its own allure. The thrill of galloping hooves echoes through time as Edward Benjamin Herberete immortalizes these captivating scenes on canvas. Amidst the excitement lies a momentary pause—a toast raised by fox hunters at their local pub after a day filled with adrenaline-fueled pursuits. A camaraderie is forged over shared tales and triumphs; bonds that transcend mere sport. Venturing beyond traditional hunts, Sandro Botticelli's enchanting painting "Primavera" unveils a different kind of quest—one for beauty and rebirth amidst nature's tapestry. Here we witness another facet of this timeless human endeavor. Dogs have always played an integral role in hunting traditions—whether it be Chesapeake Retrievers or Curly Coated Retrievers diving fearlessly into icy waters or Irish Water Spaniels leading us through dense undergrowth with unwavering loyalty. Yet not all they are confined to animals alone; H. M Bateman humorously illustrates Beagling—the comical pursuit where humans become both hunter and hunted. Laughter ensues as participants navigate absurdity while chasing elusive prey. Lastly, folklore intertwines with reality as we encounter Herne the Hunter—a mythical figure who embodies the spirit of the hunt.