Purchased from an estate auction, this charming and colorful hunting print is plate 11 in a series of 12 prints, published on May 19th, 1863 in London, England by Messrs. Fores, 41 Piccadilly. The series is an ironic look at the very British tradition of ''going to the hounds'' and/or hunting on horseback. In the series, we first see the riders searching for lost stirrups and other pieces of equipment, getting lost in the brush, asking directions from peasants, etc. Meanwhile, the poor deer is being chased through thicket and brush - this plate illustrates the haplessness of the riders who are ''hard pressed'' to find the deer. The dogs are swimming, the horses are getting a little aggressive, and the deer is nowhere to be seen.. The image measure 9.5 x 15.5 inches, on a sheet which is roughly 11.5 x 17.5 inches. Margins show foxing but image is clear, this print has an inch long tear - not affecting image - just to the left of the title on the bottom left of the page. This series is - in our opinion - hysterical, and would look great anywhere near horses or riders, or in a country home or hunting lodge. It will be shipped flat. THIS IS AN ORIGINAL, NOT A REPRODUCTION. WE ARE HAPPY TO SHIP WORLDWIDE. Please check out the other items we have on this site. E-mail with any questions or requests for additional photos. Thank you for your interest. Status: For Sale Reference#: HP4 Condition: B+ Year: 1863 Country: England Height: 13 in. (33.02 cm) Width: 19 in. (48.26 cm) Title: Hard Pressed.../1863/Vintage Hunting Print Materials: paper

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