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A Bookmaker and his client outside the Ram Inn, Newmarket (w / c with pen & ink on paper)
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A Bookmaker and his client outside the Ram Inn, Newmarket (w / c with pen & ink on paper)
XYC322080 A Bookmaker and his client outside the Ram Inn, Newmarket (w/c with pen & ink on paper) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); 24.1x19.4 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright
Media ID 12850191
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Betting Bookie Gamble Gambling Horse Racing Notebook Notepad Races Social Satire Bookies Horse Races
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this whimsical and satirical print by Thomas Rowlandson, we are transported to the bustling world of horse racing in Newmarket. The scene captures a bookmaker and his eager client outside the Ram Inn, engrossed in their lively exchange. Rendered with pen and ink on paper, Rowlandson's masterful strokes bring out the humor and social commentary inherent in this Georgian-era caricature. The bookmaker, dressed impeccably in period attire, exudes confidence as he holds a notebook filled with bets. His client leans forward eagerly, clutching his own notepad as they negotiate their wagers. The atmosphere is charged with anticipation and excitement as spectators mill about in the background. Rowlandson's keen eye for detail shines through as he depicts various characters engaged in animated conversations or studying race forms intently. This snapshot of life at the races encapsulates both the thrill of gambling and the comical quirks of human behavior. Displayed at Yale Center for British Art as part of Paul Mellon Collection, this artwork offers us a glimpse into 18th-century England's fascination with horse racing culture. As we admire Rowlandson's humorous take on societal norms and customs surrounding betting practices during that era, it serves as a reminder that satire has long been an effective tool for reflecting upon our own foibles.
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