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Homecoming procession for William Curtis, 1821
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Homecoming procession for William Curtis, 1821
Homecoming procession for William Curtis, Lord Mayor of London, 1821. Aldermen and shopkeepers carry torches beside the carriage. Procession and Te Deum Chaunt for Sir Billy Biscuit. Handcoloured engraving from Pierce Egans Real Life in Ireland, or the Day and Night Scenes, Rovings, Rambles, and Sprees, Bulls, Blunders, Bodderation and Blarney, of Brian Boru Esq. and his Elegant Friend Sir Shawn O Dogherty, published by William Evans, London, 1829
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1821 Bishop Buffon Cape Capensis Comte Coromandel Curtis Emberiza Euplectes Exotic Francois Gros Histoire Homecoming Java Loxia Martinet Naturelle Nicolas Oiseaux Ornithology Procession Rumped Tailed Tropical Variegated Widow Quadricolor
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This print depicts the Homecoming Procession for William Curtis, Lord Mayor of London, in 1821. The image, taken from Pierce Egan's "Real Life in Ireland," is a hand-colored engraving that showcases the grandeur and pageantry of the occasion. The procession includes Aldermen and shopkeepers carrying torches alongside Curtis's carriage, illuminating the night sky. The atmosphere is festive and triumphant, with the anticipation of a Te Deum Chaunt, a hymn of thanksgiving, in the air. William Curtis, an English naturalist and publisher, was celebrated for his contributions to the scientific community, particularly in the field of ornithology. The print's vibrant colors and intricate details bring to life the exotic birds featured in the procession, including the variegated Loxia capensis, the yellow Bishop Euplectes pin-tailed Finch, and the Erythrura prasina, also known as the Grosbeak of Coromandel or Java. The print is reminiscent of the 18th century's fascination with the natural world and the exotic. It is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world, as well as the importance of exploration and discovery. The engraving is attributed to François Nicolas Martinet and George Cooke, and is a fine example of the copperplate engraving technique popular during this period. This print offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time of wonder and curiosity about the natural world.
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