Picnic at Royal Hunt
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Picnic at Royal Hunt
A picnic during a royal hunt
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EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Regal Feast - Picnic at Royal Hunt, 1575 This evocative image transports us back to the golden age of Tudor England, where the pastime of the nobility, the royal hunt, intertwined with the simple pleasure of a picnic. The year is 1575, and King Edward VI and his court are depicted in the midst of a grand hunt in the lush, verdant English countryside. In the foreground, a group of elegantly dressed men and women, including the monarch himself, recline on a vibrant, checkered blanket, their faces animated with conversation and laughter. A sumptuous spread of food and drink lies before them, a testament to the abundance and wealth of the era. A roasted haunch of venison, the fruit of the successful hunt, takes center stage, its rich, red meat glistening with juices. Accompanying the main course are an array of fruits, breads, and savory dishes, all artfully arranged on pewter plates. The scene is further enlivened by the presence of a servant, who pours wine from a large, ornate flask into a goblet, the golden liquid reflecting the sunlight. The king and his companions raise their glasses in a toast, their eyes focused on the horizon, where the hunt continues. The idyllic setting is completed by the surrounding landscape, with its rolling hills, dense woods, and clear, blue sky. The sense of history and grandeur is palpable in this image, a window into the past that invites us to savor the rich tapestry of Tudor life. This photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a unique glimpse into the past, a moment frozen in time that speaks to the enduring allure of the great outdoors, the joy of good company, and the simple pleasures of a well-earned repast.
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