Photographic Print : Tom Brown has a Fight
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Tom Brown has a Fight
Each fighting as if he thought to finish the whole thing out of hand
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Media ID 604128
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1857 Brawl Fight Finish Hughes School Boys School Days Thing Thought
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Tom Brown's Schooldays: 'Tom Brown has a Fight'" print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online. This iconic image, taken from the classic novel by Thomas Hughes, brings to life the intense moment of a schoolyard brawl between Tom Brown and his adversary, as if each boy was fighting for more than just honor. Add a touch of history and literature to your home or office décor with this beautifully printed photograph, and let the story of Tom Brown's courage and determination inspire you every day. Order your stunning high-quality print from Media Storehouse today.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 35.5cm (9.3" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking photograph, titled "Tom Brown's Fight: Each Fighting as if He Thought to Finish the Whole Thing Out of Hand," depicts a heated brawl between two young boys, Tom Brown (on the left) and an unidentified opponent, during their school days in 1857. The image, published in a historical account of the renowned Rugby School in England, captures the intensity and raw emotion of the moment as the boys grapple with each other, their hats discarded and books scattered on the ground. Tom Brown, the subject of this photograph and the namesake of Thomas Hughes' famous novel "Tom Brown's Schooldays," was a real student at Rugby School during the mid-19th century. The novel, published in 1857, was a seminal work in the genre of school stories and helped to popularize the Rugby School ethos of character-building through athleticism and discipline. The photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a visual complement to Hughes' literary portrayal of Tom Brown and his school experiences. It is a reminder of the physicality and competitiveness that underpinned the educational system of the time, as well as the importance of sports and camaraderie in shaping young men. Despite the rough and tumble nature of the scene, it is worth noting that such brawls were not condoned by the school authorities. Instead, they were seen as a necessary part of the boys' development, a means of teaching them self-control, courage, and respect for their peers. The photograph thus offers a unique insight into the complex and often contradictory values of Victorian-era education, as well as the enduring appeal of school stories and their enduring influence on popular culture.
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