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Rat-Catching
circa 1875: Spectators at the Turnspit in Quakers Alley watching a dog catching rats in a pit. (Photo by Rischgitz/Getty Images)
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Rischgitz
Media ID 14441147
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British English Format Landscape Rodent Sport Sporting Oddities Wild Animal
20x30 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Rat-Catching poster print from the Media Storehouse Fine Art collection. This vintage image, taken by Rischgitz around 1875, showcases a lively scene of spectators gathered in Quakers Alley, eagerly watching as a dog catches rats in a pit. Add a touch of historical charm to your walls with this intriguing piece of art, sure to spark conversation and delight all who see it.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
Rat-Catching - A Glimpse into the Eccentric Sporting Past
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print, captured by Rischgitz in circa 1875, transports us back to a peculiar moment in British sporting history. The scene unfolds at Quakers Alley, where spectators gather around an intriguing spectacle - a dog catching rats in a pit. In this snapshot of Victorian England's sporting oddities, we witness the convergence of man and beast engaged in an unusual form of entertainment. The rat-catching sport was not only thrilling but also served as a practical solution to control vermin populations that plagued urban areas during that era. The image showcases the determination and agility of both the canine participant and its wild adversaries. With bated breath, onlookers observe every twist and turn as the nimble dog outwits its rodent opponents. Its keen senses are honed for this very purpose – protecting homes from these pesky intruders. Amidst the excitement, one cannot help but marvel at the bond between humans and animals showcased here. While dogs were commonly kept as pets during this time period, their innate hunting instincts were still valued for specific tasks such as rat-catching. Through this remarkable photograph, Rischgitz invites us to reflect upon our historical relationship with animals while shedding light on an obscure yet fascinating chapter in British culture. It serves as a reminder that even amidst unconventional pastimes, there is beauty to be found within our shared connection with nature's creatures.
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