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The image shows the interior of an art gallery exhibiting various sculptures and artifacts related to Victorian objects. The space features exposed wooden beams on the ceiling, contrasted with modern white walls. The exhibits are arranged throughout the room, including a large

FOLK ART

The Cock Fight

Artist: Unknown
On display
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Cock fights continued despite becoming illegal in 1849. At the top right of the painting a policeman bursts through the door, truncheon in hand, probably to stop the fight. The painting suggests the universality of cock fighting, with different social classes represented by the onlookers.

Details

Artist
Unknown
Title
The Cock Fight
Date
About 1850
Medium
Oil on canvas
Dimensions
H: 76 x W: 88.5 cm
Reference
CVCSC:0022.F
Collection
Folk Art
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