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John Augustus Atkinson (1755 - 1830)
A Picturesque Representation of the Manners, Customs, and Amusements of the Russians, 1803–1804
Watercolour on paper
Description with original watercolour for book:
'During the summer the Russians bathe their horses every evening in the river, in order to clean and at the same time refresh them. They give them a scope for swimming with a long cord. Sometimes the rider partakes of the recreation together with the animal, plunging in with him either on his back or separately.'
Dimensions:
(Paper) 6.25 in. (H) x 9.5 in. (W)
(Frame) 13.75 in. (H) x 16.75 in. (W)
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