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Rose-combed Dorking cock
Rose-combed Dorking cock, Gallus gallus domesticus, John Martins Champion, cups at Stroud and Newport 1870, Cheltenham Southampton and Crystal Palace 1871, Dublin 1872. Chromolithograph by Vincent Brooks Day & Son after an illustration by J.W. Ludlow from Lewis Wrights The Illustrated Book of Poultry, Cassell, London, 1890
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1885 1886 Bantam Birmingham Breeding Brooks Cassell Cock Cockfighting Combed Craze Dorking Exotic Fever Leeds Lewis Ludlow Ornithology Piles Plumage Poultry Prize Reds Vincent Windsor Wright
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This stunning chromolithograph depicts a proud and majestic Rose-combed Dorking cock, a popular breed during the Victorian era for both exhibition and game. The intricately detailed illustration, created by J.W. Ludlow and published in Lewis Wright's "The Illustrated Book of Poultry" in 1890, showcases the bird's distinctive rose-combed head and wattles, as well as its rich, glossy plumage. The Dorking cock was a favorite among poultry enthusiasts and was often displayed at agricultural shows and exhibitions. In this particular image, the bird is shown with various awards and cups from prestigious events such as Stroud and Newport in 1870, Cheltenham, Southampton, and Crystal Palace in 1871, Dublin in 1872, Leeds in 1886, Windsor in 1885, and Birmingham in 1885. These cups symbolize the bird's success in competition and serve as a testament to its exceptional quality. The Rose-combed Dorking cock was not only admired for its appearance but also for its hardiness and excellent egg-laying abilities. The breed's popularity during the Victorian era can be attributed to the ornithology craze that swept through Europe and North America during this time, as well as the growing interest in exotic and unusual breeds. Despite the fact that this image does not depict any violent or aggressive behavior, it is important to note that cockfighting was a common practice during this era and was often associated with the breeding and exhibition of poultry. The intricate plumage and proud posture of the bird in this image, however, serve as a reminder of the beauty and allure of these birds, which continue to captivate poultry enthusiasts to this day.
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