Coachman and horse and carriage, c. 1810
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Coachman and horse and carriage, c. 1810
A gentleman gives instruction to a coachman while a horse-drawn coach waits in the background, c.1810. Date: C.1810
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1800s 1810 1810s 1820s Coach Coachman Gentleman Horse Drawn Jul17 Stagecoach Travelling Coach And Four
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This evocative image captures the essence of travel in the early 19th century as a gentleman gives precise instructions to a coachman, ready to embark on a journey in their elegant horse-drawn carriage. The year is approximately 1810, a time when horse-drawn coaches were the primary mode of transportation for the affluent classes. The carriage, referred to as a 'coach and four,' indicates the presence of four horses, two pulling and two leading, which provided greater comfort and speed compared to the more common 'stagecoaches.' The coachman, dressed in the traditional livery of the time, looks attentively at his employer, awaiting the final instructions before setting off. The gentleman, dressed in the fashionable attire of the 1810s, appears focused and determined as he delivers his commands. The carriage, with its ornate design and fine details, stands proudly in the background, a testament to the wealth and status of its passengers. The scene exudes an air of elegance and refinement, as the gentle clatter of hooves and the crisp sound of commands fill the air. The image transports us back in time, allowing us to experience the romance and adventure of travel during the Regency era. This photograph is a beautiful reminder of a bygone era, when horse-drawn carriages were the epitome of luxury and sophistication.
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