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Pit ticket

Artist:

William Hogarth

Engraver:

William Hogarth

Title:

Pit ticket

Stock Code:

8857

Method:

Copper engraving

Publisher:

Heath edition.

Colouring:

Uncoloured

Size: (W x H):

64cm x 48cm

25 inches x 19 inches

Date:

1822

Price:

£150

The scene in this mock ticket is set in the Royal Cockpit in Birdcage Walk near St James’s Park. Cockfighting was a popular sport enjoyed by men from all levels of society. In the centre the figure of the blind Lord Albermarle Bertie presides over the fight, taking bets.

Good condition. Wide margins.

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