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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

Tom Sayers, Prize Fighter

Artist: Unknown
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Tom Sayers (1826-1865) was once the undisputed boxing champion of England. His last and most famous fight took place in Farnborough, Hampshire in 1860 against the American John C. Heenan. After 2 hours and 42 gruelling rounds the crowd broke into the ring and the fight was declared a draw. Charles Dickens and WM Thackeray were among the spectators.

Details

Artist
Unknown
Title
Tom Sayers, Prize Fighter
Date
About 1840
Medium
Oil on panel
Dimensions
H: 73 x W: 57 cm
Reference
CVCSC:0072.F
Collection
Folk Art
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