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English gentleman in hunting pinks having his portrait
English gentleman in hunting pinks having his portrait painted, 19th century. Ruddle the artist smoking a pipe while painting Bragg seated on a saddle stand. Mr. Braggs equestrian portrait. Handcoloured steel engraving after an illustration by John Leech from Robert Smith Surtees Mr. Sponges Sporting Tour, Bradbury and Evans. London, 1853
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Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
Add a touch of classic English charm to your daily routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. Featuring this elegant image of an English gentleman in hunting pinks, captured in a portrait painting from Mary Evans Picture Library, these mugs bring a piece of history to your table. The intricate details of the painting are beautifully rendered, with Ruddle the artist skillfully painting the portrait of Mr. Bragg while he sits on a saddle stand. Smoke wafts from Ruddle's pipe, adding an authentic touch to this timeless scene. Perfect for tea or coffee, these sturdy mugs are a delightful way to start your day or wind down in the evening. Each mug holds a high-quality image that is sure to brighten up your mornings and evenings.
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Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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In this 19th-century image, an English gentleman named Mr. Bragg takes a break from his hunting pursuits to have his portrait painted. Dressed in the traditional hunting pinks, complete with a red jacket, white breeches, and a green waistcoat, Mr. Bragg sits confidently on a saddle stand, his hunting hat perched atop his head. The painter, Ruddle, captures the moment with great detail, skillfully rendering every crease and wrinkle in the gentleman's clothing. Ruddle himself is engrossed in his work, a pipe clenched between his teeth, as he adds the finishing touches to the portrait. The scene unfolds before a shop window, where the hustle and bustle of Victorian life continues unabated. Shop clerks and customers mill about, their faces a mix of surprise and shock as they take in the unexpected sight of a gentleman having his portrait painted in the middle of the street. The shopkeepers, Messrs. Frippery and Flummery, sell fabrics and haberdashery, their wares displayed in the window behind Mr. Bragg. The comical and humorous tone of the image is heightened by the presence of a bolt of muslin fabric, which seems to have inadvertently crashed through the window, creating a chaotic scene. The horse, Hercules, tethered to the saddle stand, looks on with a quizzical expression, as if wondering what all the fuss is about. This handcoloured steel engraving, taken from Robert Smith Surtees' Mr. Sponge's Sporting Tour, is a delightful snapshot of life in Victorian England, capturing the contrast between the rural pursuit of hunting and the urban world of commerce and industry. The image, with its intricate details and vivid colours, is a testament to the skill of the artist, John Leech, and the enduring appeal of the Victorian era.
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