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Photographic Print : Street Dogs barking at a Dancing Bear and his Keeper in Constantinople (engraving)
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Street Dogs barking at a Dancing Bear and his Keeper in Constantinople (engraving)
1036760 Street Dogs barking at a Dancing Bear and his Keeper in Constantinople (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Street Dogs barking at a Dancing Bear and his Keeper in Constantinople. Illustration for The Graphic, 6 February 1897.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22646032
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Barking Constantinople Dancing Bear Istanbul Keeper The Graphic Turkish Culture Central Turkey Street Dogs Turk
10"x8" Photo Print
Step into the vibrant and intriguing world of Constantinople with this captivating engraving from Bridgeman Images' Media Storehouse. Witness the intense interaction between street dogs and a dancing bear and his keeper in this 19th-century English School masterpiece. The detailed engraving beautifully captures the energy and spirit of the bustling city streets, transporting you back in time. A must-have for art enthusiasts, historians, or anyone seeking to add a touch of history and culture to their home or office decor. This fine art print is part of the extensive Media Storehouse collection from Bridgeman Images, offering high-quality reproductions of iconic artworks for personal or commercial use.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This engraving from the 19th century transports us to the bustling streets of Constantinople, now known as Istanbul. The scene depicts a fascinating clash between two worlds - that of the street dogs and a dancing bear accompanied by its keeper. The image captures the raw energy and chaos of urban life in this vibrant city. The street dogs, with their fur bristling and teeth bared, bark ferociously at the spectacle before them. Their primal instincts are triggered by this unusual sight, creating an atmosphere charged with tension. In contrast, we see the dancing bear gracefully moving to its keeper's commands. The bear's presence is both mesmerizing and melancholic; it symbolizes a form of entertainment that was prevalent during that era but has since become obsolete due to evolving cultural sensibilities. Constantinople itself serves as a backdrop for this intriguing encounter. Its rich history as a bridge between Europe and Asia is evident in every corner of this engraving. This fusion of cultures is further emphasized by the diverse array of people present on these streets - Turks mingling with Europeans from various backgrounds. Through this artwork, we catch a glimpse into Turkish culture at a specific moment in time – one where tradition clashes with progress, where animals play their part in human amusement while also reflecting our own complex relationship with nature. Overall, this print offers not only visual delight but also invites contemplation about societal dynamics and our ever-evolving understanding of what constitutes entertainment.
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