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The result of purchasing a blind horse (coloured engraving)
607331 The result of purchasing a blind horse (coloured engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); Private Collection; (add.info.: The result of purchasing a blind horse; published 1 February 1821); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection
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Blind Blindness Cripple Disability Disabled Handicaped Handicapped Person Hyde Park Corner Infirmities Invalid Lamp Post Chaise Pullman Car Purchasing Result Sightless Eyes Umbrella Shire Horse Stallions
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The Result of Purchasing a Blind Horse - A Humorous Glimpse into Regency London
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. This coloured engraving by Thomas Rowlandson, titled "The Result of Purchasing a Blind Horse" offers a delightful window into the vibrant world of early 19th-century London. Published on 1 February 1821, this artwork takes us to Hyde Park Corner, where fashion and folly collide. In this whimsical scene, we find ourselves amidst an array of characters and animals. A dapper gentleman in exquisite attire stands beside his newly acquired blind horse, seemingly regretting his purchase. The disabled animal's sightless eyes evoke sympathy while highlighting the pitfalls of impulsive decisions. Surrounding them is a bustling cityscape filled with lively details. Carriages adorned with fashionable clothing pass by as pedestrians donning extravagant hats and umbrellas stroll through Hyde Park Corner. The lamp-lit streets come alive with horses ranging from racehorses to shire stallions, ponies to farm animals—creating an animated tableau that captures the essence of urban life during this era. Rowlandson's masterful depiction invites us to reflect on the consequences of our choices while offering light-hearted entertainment. Through its intricate composition and attention to detail, this print showcases both the artist's skill and his ability to capture the spirit of Regency London. "The Result of Purchasing a Blind Horse" serves as a reminder that even in times past, humor was used as a lens through which society could examine its
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