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Silver Pencilled Hamburgh cock and hen
Silver Pencilled Hamburgh cock and hen, Gallus gallus domesticus, H. Pickles pair, cock first and cup at Birmingham 1871 and hen first at Kendal. Chromolithograph by Vincent Brooks Day & Son after an illustration by J.W. Ludlow from Lewis Wrights The Illustrated Book of Poultry, Cassell, London, 1890
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1885 Birmingham Breeding Brooks Cassell Cock Cockfighting Craze Dairy Domesticus Duck Exotic Fever Gallus Goodwin Hamburgh Lewis Ludlow Ornithology Pencilled Plumage Poultry Prize Simon Vincent Winged Winner Wright Etty Miss
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This stunning chromolithograph depicts a Silver Pencilled Hamburgh cock and hen, showcasing their intricately patterned plumage. The Silver Pencilled Hamburgh is a breed of domestic fowl, with the cock featured in this image proudly displaying his distinctive winged silver pencilling and the hen showcasing her rich, iridescent green and gold feathers. The image is based on an illustration by J.W. Ludlow, published in Lewis Wright's "The Illustrated Book of Poultry" in 1890 by Cassell, London. The Silver Pencilled Hamburgh was a popular breed during the Victorian era, with both the cock and hen achieving notable success in poultry shows. The cock was the winner of the cup at the Birmingham Show in 1885, while the hen took first place at the Kendal Show. The image of the cock is accompanied by the inscription "H. Pickles pair, cock first and cup at Birmingham 1885," and the hen's image bears the inscription "Miss Etty, prize dairy show." The ornate detail of the image, produced by Vincent Brooks Day & Son, reflects the exotic allure and breeding fever that gripped the Victorian era. While the image may evoke thoughts of cockfighting, it is important to note that the practice was illegal in Britain during this time. Instead, the focus was on the art of breeding and exhibiting these magnificent birds, with shows and competitions providing a platform for enthusiasts to showcase their prized possessions. The intricate plumage and vibrant colors of the Silver Pencilled Hamburgh were a testament to the dedication and skill of the breeders of the time, making this a truly captivating piece of ornithological history.
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