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Isaac Van Amburgh and his lions, London, 1848
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Isaac Van Amburgh and his lions, London, 1848
Engraving showing Isaac Van Amburgh (c.1800-1868), the Dutch-American animal trainer, performing with his lions and other big cats at a show in Vauxhall Gardens, London, 1848
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1848 1868 C1800 Cats Isaac Lions Trainer Vauxhall
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This engraving captures the electrifying moment when Dutch-American animal trainer, Isaac Van Amburgh, mesmerizes the crowd at Vauxhall Gardens in London during the winter of 1848. Van Amburgh, born around 1800, was a pioneer in the field of animal training, renowned for his daring performances with big cats. In this image, he can be seen standing confidently among a group of lions, their powerful forms illuminated by the spotlight. The audience, dressed in their finest attire, watches in awe, their faces a mix of excitement and trepidation. Isaac Van Amburgh's career began in the United States, where he gained fame for his innovative methods of training animals. By the late 1830s, he had established himself as a popular attraction in Europe, bringing his menagerie of exotic creatures to various cities. His performances were not just spectacles of animal prowess but also displays of human control over nature. The Vauxhall Gardens, a popular entertainment venue in London, provided the perfect setting for Van Amburgh's theatrical presentations. The engraving captures the grandeur of the event, with the elaborate decorations, the ornate costumes, and the palpable sense of anticipation. The image is a testament to the enduring fascination with the wild and the exotic, as well as the human desire to tame and display these wonders for all to see. This historical engraving, created by ILN c.1848, offers a glimpse into a bygone era, where the thrill of live animal performances captivated audiences and brought them together in shared wonder and delight.
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