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Lady riding side-saddle on a horse stuck in a fence
Lady riding side-saddle on a horse stuck in a fence during a fox hunt, 19th century. Mrs Lucy Somerville urges her horse Leotard out of the briars while Facey Romford and other huntsmen watch. Let me try then, said Lucy. Handcoloured steel engraving after an illustration by John Leech from Robert Smith Surtees Mr. Facey Romfords Hounds, Bradbury, Evans and Co. London, 1865. Leech (1817-1864) was an English caricaturist and illustrator best known for his work for Punch magazine
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In this 19th-century image, Lady Lucy Somerville is depicted with great determination as she attempts to free her side-saddle mounted horse, Leotard, from a tangled mess of briars and fencing wires during a lively fox hunt. The scene, captured by renowned English caricaturist and illustrator John Leech, is taken from Robert Smith Surtees' novel "Mr. Facey Romford's Hounds." The image is filled with the rustic charm of the countryside, as onlookers, including Facey Romford and other huntsmen, observe the unfolding scene with amusement. The vibrant hand-coloured steel engraving masterfully portrays the spirit of the Victorian era, with its intricate details and richly textured depiction of the landscape. The background of the image is a picturesque blend of autumnal colours, with a barn standing proudly amidst the golden harvest fields. The interior of the barn is adorned with chandeliers and rustic decorations, hinting at the upcoming harvest festival and the lively masquerade ball that awaits. The contrasting elements of the elegant Lady Lucy, in her side-saddle, and the rough and tumble peasants and farmers, dressed in their traditional attire, add to the comical and humorous tone of the image. The presence of Jorrocks, a Highlander in a kilt, soldiers in uniform, a clown, and even a cowhead and Humpty Dumpty, all add to the whimsical and lively atmosphere. The image is a delightful snapshot of the wildrake and heathy life of the 19th century, filled with the jovial spirit of the countryside and the joyful anticipation of the upcoming festivities. The intricate details, from the masks and fancy dress costumes to the jigging fiddler and violinist, make this a truly captivating and charming piece of art from the Victorian era.
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