The Berkeley Hunt, 1842： Full Cry
1842
Francis Calcraft Turner captures the chaotic energy of a Victorian fox hunt, with a pack of hounds tearing across the field in 'full cry.' Riders in traditional red coats and top hats scramble over a hedge to keep up, led by a central figure dramatically raising his whip to urge them on. The scene stretches back into rolling hills, showing just how massive these hunting parties were as they wind through the countryside. It’s a perfect snapshot of 19th-century aristocratic sport, where the thrill of the chase was a serious social event.
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