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Print Collection

S. Sparrow

1850

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Early 19th Century Ice Skating

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Print Collection is a 1850 by S. Sparrow, depicting Ice Skating, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: S. Sparrow
When & what style?: 1850
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This print is from the collection titled Print Collection. It's a work by artist S. Sparrow. The print is from the late 18th or early 19th century. It's held at the Victoria and Albert Museum. You can learn more about the subject depicted, ice skating, or look up the museum, but to find similar prints, check out the work of the artist: Sparrow, S.

The story of this work

Overview

The print depicts nine scenes of Signor Ferzi performing acrobatic feats on a tightrope, with different figures present in each scene. The images are rendered in red ink and illustrate tricks such as carrying one child on his shoulders, two children suspended from his feet, walking with wicker baskets on his feet, and playing musical instruments while balanced on the rope.

Read the full account in the museum source.

About the artist

Artist

S. Sparrow

Sparrow’s prints feel like overheard gossip—tiny, sharp, and full of mischief. They drew street scenes where cats wore waistcoats and lovers whispered behind fans, turning everyday London into a stage for quiet drama.…

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